For forging I suggest the book Forged a Guide to Becoming a Blacksmith by Liam Hoffman. He has an UA-cam channel and is one of the most followed blacksmiths on Instagram.
Hey Canadian Prepper, I noticed on your website you do not carry obstetrics kits I realize it’s a oddball thing to carry but if it was needed it could be invaluable, just a thing I’ve noticed
In 10k years I won’t mind that my books have all perished. But like all the other dead people: I am sure I will change my political alliances and will be absentee voting for democrat socialists.
Anyone else notice all the old time ways are still the best ...Wood burning stoves ...Wool blankets ....Books ...Canning ..Growing your own food etc ...It's almost like our ancestors knew what they were doing all along ...lol
I read at least one book a day, I have a couple on the go at the same time. Running out of books now, our library has not been open for a year and am having to go back and re-read my earlier books. I have piles of books three feet high as there is nowhere to take the books I have read. Would have taken them to local charity shops but of course they are not open either.
🇺🇸My Daddy was a voracious reader died at 88 very sharp! And finished several sudoku puzzles per day~Would’ve lived to 98 if not for that Damn surgeon’s hand~
@@christinemaryross6780 I read about a book an hour. I usually go for 15 books a day (30,000-40,000 pages per day). This leaves me just enough time to eat and get a full night’s sleep
@Christy L. It is still very easy to have minimal house power during an outage. Purchase a marine / boat battery, 2000 watt inverter & a 100 watt solar panel. Easy, but only kind of inexpensive. You will not need to purchase fuel like in the case of a generator.
I guess it's only fair for me to add that part of my frustration is due to the fact that up until about a year ago, I've been laughed at and ridiculed for being a prepper. I've spoken to co-workers, family and friends and they all laughed at me for stockpiling food, water, ammo and meditation among other things and now they're coming back with their tail between their legs. It's not easy at times to stand alone and it's even harder when the people you love and care about mock and laugh at you. They're not laughing at me anymore, I'll tell you that much.
Well done Sir for showing them the light. You’re a lifesaver, like Canadian Prepper who keeps his subscribers informed. Blessings to you and your family.
I was going to post near the same, you have summed up me as well perfectly. Amazing how many that laugh at me are now coming to me and asking what to do.
Derrick: Call it a hobby! I’m having fun organizing and covering the bases for a simple virus outbreak, run on a grocery store or multi day power outage. I also like to distance hike and camp which allows me to try out stuff.
Derrick, I've had the same experience with family, so I just bought them things like tents, fire starting equipment, storable foods, etc. as Christmas & birthday gifts. My son who lives in Brooklyn, went from laughing at me to buying huge amounts of emergency preps. He called me on my birthday to thank me for being, "my crazy mom who turned out to be exactly right", when all the riots in NYC happened last year! Good to know that they have finally learned what we already knew. "Better late than never..."
All very good choices! "My mind is my weapon and books are the stone upon which I sharpen it" My Ipad battery is dying - dying. (I am going to replace it myself). So much for any books, maps, ect. that I have downloaded once it fails. One of the great loses from my fire is the books we lost many old out of print books like one I think its title was "Blacksmithing and Welding for the Farm" : ( I would suggest before purchasing a book go look at your Local Library see what they have and see what works best for you then trying to find it for purchase. Checkout thrift store, yard sales, and online sites for books. I would suggest COMBATO: The Art of Self-Defence by Bill Underwood (Which was taught to the allied Special Forces during WWII) Bill was the tiny guy old who took Lou Ferrigno down on the Tonight Show - you can find that on UA-cam. www.ww2incolor.com/canada/bill-underwood.html Carrots Love Tomatoes (it is about companion planting -like the story of the 3 sisters and their brother.) by L. Rotta?? The Knowledge - how to start the world from scratch by ??? I also suggest collections like Popular Mechanics Encyclopedia set (I built a radio transmitter from the plans in one when I was a kid).I just pick up a set from the thrift store for 3$ so I have a set for each of my sons now. Well I hope this helps someone.
I could see how those self-sufficiency books would become illegal by governments that want you completely dependent on them, and no that is NOT as conspiratorial as you may think.
@@mr.p215 yea. Do your own research. It's different everywhere but the *use* of these skills is prohibited in many areas. Like using rainwater as stated by Mikeness analog or eating unregulated food from your garden, there's plenty of example, probably even in your own local area
CP, you are so humble. You say versions of this often but we all know where your I.Q. stands, head and shoulders above most folks. Tell the Mrs not to jealous, but I seriously love your brain and thought processes. You are one of a handful of people that still "think". Thanks for sharing of you gift to help others in all your vids.
You were right when we lost power in an apartment. People were mad that we were watching tv and had the fans when the temperature was at hundred. Thank You for your advice.
Just don’t let them know you got food and water. If it’s a really bad situation and you got food and water and they don’t they will be wanting you to share it with them.
@@117rebel" they"ll" be wanting to take it from you by force. and anyone else that your neighbor talks to about you having what they don't have. it's like socialism on meth, and out of control at the same time. but thet will get what you have, unless you do them!
Having a few books on basic electrical/wiring, plumbing and carpentry are also handy. Especially if you're a single lady like me and you dont know if anyone will be around to help if the shit truly hits it.
People should always have real maps on hand. Their importance and the importance of being able to actually navigate, even at a basic level, cannot be overstated. Don’t depend on GPS being there. The very least you should have is a road atlas.
I have always thought this. Giving up abilities we learned such as cursive writing, natural medicine, etc. for example is a huge mistake. Learning another language will help you get some of that grey matter back. Like the book list in this video.
We got 12 inches of snow here in Arkansas. So I've been reading up on homesteading skills and gardening skills. Also pressure canned meat as one of my freezers went out. Glad I had empty jars and lids
What you really need to get is a scan tool for your vehicle you can plug it into the port under the dash near the driver side. This would give you the ability to diagnose the problem of your vehicle. Also would be a really good idea to have a manual designated just to your car that would allow you to use that scan tool information to your best benefit.
New vehicles you are pissing in the wind if you dont know what you are doing, sensors control other sensors and most plug and play give you very basic info usually nowhere near enough to diagnose for a repair. An o2 sensor that is "bad" could be throwing that code for multiple reasons.
You folks might as well forget about a vehicle in a shif situation, nothing is going any place, no food, no furl, no electrical grid ,no communications with your smart phone or I pad,. You need 3 things, #1 water, # 2 shelter, #3 food. Good luck with all the rest.
@@christinamoneyhan5688 True, but it doesn't always have to be full blown shtf that you're preparing for. I keep a variety of items on hand in my car and a code reader is one of those items.
When my grandfather passed my family was going to get rid of all his old tools but I kept them. A hand drill will be gold if the power goes out and eventually runs out. Of course i have SOLAR chargers it's always good to have a back up!!!
Very smart and so handy. Wow, how lucky to have manual or hand tools available and not just for workshops but kitchens as well. If, power grid is down than all electrical gadgets are suddenly just expensive paperweights. Many preppers forget essentials; like manual: Coffee pots or French presses (Lol, love my coffee), hand or egg mixers, motor/pedestals, can openers (buy some extras), cookbooks, and etc. Take care 🙏🏻
A book on how to maintain hand tools (sharpen saws,etc.) I never thought of that until I read your post. thank you - I need to find one know. if you interested on how to use them in small practical projects check out - Rex Krueger
There used to be a set of books called """Fox Fire Books"" from making a spoon from wood to making a violin..all the old ways.. food prep...everything...I don't know if they are still in print...something to look into if you would like... It's just a thought... Stay safe..Stay Vigilant, and Keep Watch ❤️...thank you for your videos...keep producing them...❤️❤️❤️❤️😁
Foxfire - 14 volumes Each one is stand alone wonderful I saw the first three in a used bookstore yesterday. I read them as a child and eventually got them all. Still have them.
I have been collecting survival type books for years. One thing I do is store my books in 20mm Ammo cans. That keeps them safe from insects rodents and if you loose your roof or are in a flood water. I keep zip lock bags in the cans in case I need Move lighter or use them individually.
"Partied hard when you were younger and your brain is fried...that's why there's books" well, looks like Canadian Prepper summed me up REAL QUICK!!! 🤣🤣🤣 Damn, this is why you're amazing buddy.
This book is awesome! I gave my first copy to a young man wanting to start his prepping and planning for a small homestead. Bought me a new copy ASAP!!
My mom fusses all the time about me buying books. She calls it a waste of money when I could just look it up on the internet. My dad is a Prepper and a reader so thankfully he gets it. My mom is the type that is in denial that SHTF could happen. Even with everything that is happening, she still thinks everything is going to go back to normal. Since nothing has directly effected us yet, it’s easy for her to ignore it. I am grateful that we have been blessed so far but I hope she wakes up before anything bad happens.
Tell that to the people in TX. They all probably have kindles. Ha ha. I've been taught books are invaluable to one's mind. I mean Hitler burned books because he knew how "dangerous" they could be! What's that tell ya?
Just wanted to give a shout-out to the Canadian Prepper- I live in the DFW area of Texas. I was born and raised in Upstate New York- I am accustomed to cold weather and know what to do and not to do...I was also prepared- I had propane heaters and cookers etc...(we do a lot of cold weather camping.) My shout-out is because- I faithfully watch your channel. I have learned things from you- but more importantly, during and after this weather freak out I turned my neighbors onto the Canadian Prepper channel to start getting prepared for the next one...and they LOVE IT. There are all kinds of Facebook pages and other pages, but the thing about the Canadian Prepper...you never TALK DOWN to people just starting out. Your videos are helpful and to the point. They have helped educate me and my neighbors...Thank you for doing what you do. I would ask that you update or do some videos on indoor heat sources. comparison's with different propane heaters? But thank you again.
Robin Hollenkamp kérosène for indoor heat, not propane. Anti combustion depletes oxygen so you need to crack a window and direct your heat. But propane burning needs to be vented carefully to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
This comment section is gonne keep me alive lol. What a great idea. Do you know anything else for repairs? Like on how to fix machines like a power generator?
If I could have only one herbal medicine reference, one that includes not only recipes and procedures but a thorough coverage of basic nursing care and how to prepare natural foods, I would have the old 'Back to Eden' by Jethro Kloss. I've relied upon it with confidence for over 50 years.
I am teaching myself herbal medicine after quitting the nursing field. I would agree with you. Also nice to have is a plant identification books for your area. The PDR for Herbal Medicines is also a nice reference. I purchased all of these from Thriftbooks dot com!
Great idea, have bought Preserving Food without Freezing or Canning by The Gardeners & Farmers of Terre Vivante. Long name but invaluable old school techniques for food preservation. Honestly, my favourite book on food preservation after all humans have been storing food for centuries before expensive equipment and electricity.
@@strongheartwoman1931 absolutely, honestly best money you’ll spend on a book for preservation. Just started my victory gardens and preservation over last two years and this book has been an invaluable resource. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
"Off-Grid Electrical Systems in Developing Countries" is a book that I have in my collection as well as the handbook on batteries, and electric machine fundamentals. I have zero plans on living without power for long periods of time 😄
Did you see how to make light bulbs out of soda bottles? I thought hmmm?? So, I made one myself. It actually works. No need for any power but the sunshine. There's videos on here how to make them.
Cp, I'd suggest storeys, basic country skills. Books on basic construction, masonry, plumbing, etc. How to books on chickens, goats, pigs, cows, horses. Any type of animal you may want or need. Well drilling/digging. Small engine/pump basics. Cook books. The wife and I both enjoy books. We have a pretty nice little library. Oh you've got little ones too, cp. Don't forget school type books for your kids. I just enjoy your videos. While you are a doer. You're also a thinker. I like that. Even when I disagree with you. You always make me think. Keep up the good work.
I don’t have any digital down loads. I have all books in my preps. I highly suggest all the books you can get your hands on. Got most of mine from second hand stores.
Awesome video and thank you for all you do. I'm from New York, but now reside in Texas. Bro, we got like 6 inches of snow max and the people here lost their freaking minds. Yes, it was cold, but good grief. I'm also a US Navy veteran, so adapting for me is second nature. Don't get me wrong, I know Texans may not be used to the cold and snow, however they are familiar with ice storms which confuses me because ice is worse, but some of this seems deliberate to me. The State had advanced notice and they did absolutely nothing to treat the roads, no chemical, no salt, nothing.
I may be remembering wrong but i read that texas gov't had a sort of sentinel event about 10-15 years ago involving a freeze but hasnt made any changes. Hope they do now
It’s because we see/hear about the good parts, rarely the bad. If you want to go back to a time where any infection could kill you, be my guest. The past is romanticized. Life nowadays really is exponentially better in almost every measurable way. That’s not to say we shouldn’t learn from our past, but do realize that it’s not all it’s cut out to be in movies.
@@jd5997 you mean sustanance farming from the moment you can walk barely making enough to survive, having the majority of your children die before they reach five years old and dying from dysentery isn't fun?
Great selection. Others books I recommend: - Principles of Protection - Walton McCarthy (If you are interested in build or buy a bunker, or know more about NBC threats) - Forgotten Arts and Crafts - John Seymour - The New Self-Sufficient Gardener - John Seymour - Books from Fernando Aguirre: - Street Survival Skills: Tips, Tricks and Tactics for Modern Survival - The Modern Survival Manual: Surviving the Economic Collapse - Bugging Out and Relocating: When Staying is not an Option - Other important medical books, you can download for free and buy printed version on hesperian.org/books-and-resources like: - Where there is no doctor - Where Women Have No Doctor - Where there is no dentist - A Book for Midwives - Where There Is No Pet Doctor - Where There Is No Animal Doctor - A Community Guide to Environmental Health - Books of basic knowlege of everything in electronic formats protected from EMP, like: elementary and middle school, medical, physics, mathematics, biology, geology, agronomy, main spoken languages learning books and dictionaries, books of engineering: Mechanical, electrical, electronic, civil, chemical, metallurgy, food, mining, materials, computer... - Fiction, general literature and history books for entertainment at all ages
Dont forget a Handyman Guide. If you bug in you will be on your own for the repairs and upkeep. And if you bug out, hopefully you can eventually occupy or buld another house. Also Construction à ossature de bois or english equivalent on the CMHC site. A lot of good building free info on that site by the way fellow canadian taxpayers.
Doom and Bloom (Dr. Alton and Nurse Amy) also have a new antibiotic book....highly recommend to accompany their medical book. For food preservation highly recommend Preserving Food without Freezing or Canning by The Gardeners & Farmers of Terre Vivante. Also, have books on herbs for medicines, sanitation, animal husbandry, cooking from scratch (breads, cast iron and etc.), stills (alcohol, beer, wine, essential oils, ethanol, and hand sanitizer) and much much more. Agree that UA-cam videos and PDF files are very useful but if power grid is off (whether temporary or not) I prefer a hard copy of books for reference. Great video, CP!
In reality, the majority of these events are caused by evil globalist people. They control the weather, contaminate our food system, and poison us and the environment via chemtrails, GMO’s and especially vaccines and Big Pharma drugs. And then they steal our honest wealth via corrupt banking and immoral taxation. These thinks are not just unfortunate events. Watch Trump and his journey to save America and the world. Very soon now.
There's a school in Central Texas that teaches these off grid, acute austere medical care, blacksmithing, radio communications, herbal medics skills, water filtration, etc.. They are called The Human Path. Thanks for sharing all these great ideas.
I was one of those Aussie kids that followed my Dad around the shed, when he was working on cars. My teenage friends did the same thing. Even my mother, who is now in aged care, changed her own oil. My family also taught me how to butcher meat, grow vegetables and forage. I was the extra son that my Dad always wanted, although I was a girl. I showed more interest in mechanics than my older brother. One thing you lack in information is sewing and dressmaking. You can source some great starter books for beginner level clothing repairs. First aid is a must. After that, some knowledge of field medicine is better.
Thanks to your video of surviving grid down. I was able to change my entire families mind about prepping. I was watching it in the living room during a family get together. And everyone got sucked into it. Now I’m no longer the only prepper in my family. So grateful for your videos
Great video! I'm actually going to watch it a few times to make a library list of more good things to have on hand when (not if) Fit hits the Shan. Thanks!
Wow...the Seymour book has been going since the 70s! I imagine it's been updated since then of course, he ended up forming a teaching facility for self sufficiency here in Ireland. I can thoroughly recommend that book. Also the SAS Survival manual. It's more hardcore survivalism than the self sufficiency books but has great sections on field and emergency medicine etc.
PS I also recommend a good book on knot tying. Might sound weird but it's amazing how many times we need to tie things around a homestead and how many different knots are needed. If you say that after I've typed this, sorry!
PPS There are two books I believe are free to download online..."what to do when there's no dentist" and "What to do when there's no doctor", both are worth searching for. (and you just recommended the knots book, lol)
Knowledge is power, especially when information is inaccessible. Good list. I’d recommend a guide to clouds/weather forecasting. Amazing what can be avoided if you know what the clouds are signalling.
The book "Street Survival Skills" - by Fernando "FerFAL" Aguirre, is an excellent book and his channel The Modern Survivalist is also a good reference for things like radios, masks, weapons, tips , advice, etc...
Yall must be new to this channel he has predicted so much and i have been a prepper since he started his youtube channel like 7 8 years ago and im only 18
We took that advice 2 years ago & have a big library now. Although I will say some of the information is repeated in several books. I will get the Self Sufficient Life since I'm lacking that one. Thanks for your recommendations.
Books by Steven Rinella : complete guide to hunting, butchering, and cooking wild game, meateater guide to wilderness skills and survival, Sandor Katz art of fermentation, Paul Stamets’s books about mushrooms, Amanda Ripley’s the unthinkable-who survives when disaster strikes and why. These are some good ones.
My wife and I are chefs and while she was in school, her chefs suggested the old Time Life series (the good cook), as additional reference material for your home library, there are over 20 volumes in the series and we found a used set that was complete on evil Bay and paid around $150 for the complete set. I'll tell you, with those books you can get such a thorough understanding of the culinary arts, you wouldn't even need culinary school. Fantastic series, all of the series of books were compiled and authored by leaders in their fields really well done, groups of professional and historical input, not just one author's take. Thank you. of course, as you said, you must practice. But eating is fun so practice something new.
I'm in WV and most of my county woke up w/out electricity this morning (12 degrees) because a substation got knocked out. This is the 2nd time it has happened in two weeks, so I'm getting concerned about the vulnerability of the power grid in the USA. (This isn't due to a downed tree or fried squirrel, which is the usual reason for losing electricity out in the countryside.)
You’re not an idiot, you’re just a visual learner like myself. I to do better when I see visuals rather than just reading technical books. Awesome video thank you.
Betty Crocker cooking for one or two. It teaches you how to make smaller meals and portion things right. Why make large meals and have things go to waste? It can be found second hand at many thrift stores. In fact while at the thrift store buy a few more cookbooks. It helps to avoid food boredom. Even in a survival situation no one wants to eat plain oatmeal or plain rice and beans day after day. Get a book on seasonings also to make the best of what you have on hand.
First book you picked up, John Seymour guide to self sufficiency, one of my favourite books. Definitely engaged smug mode when you suggested that ☺️. Another recommendation would be Ray Mears guide to bushcraft. Very good book by undoubtedly one of the best in the world. Good video as always CP. Liked the smash button.
All the knowledge/information in the world is useless if it's not in your head, or in your hands. It's like reading a book on how to change a tire, that's all well and good, but until you actually do it, your not going to really understand how to do it. Doing it also helps you to understand any problems you may have had reading the instructions. You may think you understand but then realize you don't. Also, I was thinking more about survival skills than just "ordinary" skills, I mean do really want to have to keep referring to a book if your giving someone CPR, etc.?
That's akin to saying you won't be able to cook something unless you have memorized the recipe. I assure you all knowledge/information in the world in written form is not "useless".
Yeah I respectfully disagree. I have tackle plenty of projects with no prior experience. The trick is getting your hands on the right tools 😉 I bet I could build a cabin based off the description of Pa's work in Little House on the Prairie 😂😂😂
Not everyone has innate skills to ensure self-sustainability or is mechanically inclined for that matter. It's an asset to possess these skill sets but many need some practice to achieve what comes naturally to others.
@@MJA5 if I remember correctly (and I have not read the book since childhood) there is a description of how Pa joints and uses wood like spikes to hold the larger pieces together. And the door latch is a leather strap that is threaded through a hole at the top of the door to the other side. 🤔 Can't believe I remember that. You all can get the technical homesteading books I'm just going to read children's books from the wild wild west 😂
"Where There Is No Doctor" "Where There Is No Dentist" "Where There Is No Animal Doctor" "Where There Is No Psychiatrist" "Where There Is No Child Psychiatrist" Addendum: just found out there's "Where There is No Pet Doctor" I've ordered my paper copies directly from the Hesperian Foundation. There are also two update booklets for the No Doctor - one on diabetes, other on vision.
It doesn't make any sense not to be prepared for a disaster. If you have car insurance, you're prepared for an accident. Prepping is insurance for a disaster to up your chances for survival.
All of life is preparing - your parents prepared for your arrival, they prepared for you to start your education, prepared you to one day leave home (for most🥴), you prepare to get a job, prepare to start your own family - you go to grocery store to prepare for the meals your going to eat - hopefully you prepare for eternity by choosing a relationship with Jesus Christ, the One and Only Son of God by accepting His payment for your sins - receiving His gift of pardon and His righteousness so you can stand before a Holy God robed in Christ’s righteousness- you get the picture life is one preparation after another - why would you not use the 32 ounces of gray matter God gave you to make informed decisions about what lies ahead and prepare accordingly!
Love the Seinfeld reference! And thanks for the book recommendations. I'm afflicted with being a bibliophile so this was a fun video. One book that I have on my buy list is "The Art of Fermentation" by Sandor Katz. Fermenting foods is a great storage method AND fermented foods are great probiotics and good for gut health.
Get books on home repair/construction techniques. I worked in construction for 20 years and efficientcy is the goal. After watching videos of people constructing survival shelters they do tons of these things but they never speak about them. Try to get the job done with as little work put in as possible. To cut your logs the same size use a jig which could just be a couple of rocks spaced apart to give you the proper measurements. Think of a method that will get your job done with as little touches to the material as possible. Take as few steps as possible. Conserving energy with those methods can go a long way when it comes time to eat and rest, both of which will be in short supply if you have to build a shelter in the woods.
Please get a total engineers handbook or Mechanical engineer pocketbook. I would also recommend “Uglys” residential wiring and industrial wiring. These will be great aides to you when there is no one to call to fix things.
"The complete biogas handbook" by David House. How to make energy and fertilizer from organic wastes. Also, some books about beekeeping (for honey, propolis (medicine) and beeswax (for candles)).
1.155 comments have already been made, so i don't really know if this has been suggested or not, but i would recommend a book or three on canning. fruits, veggies, meats, soups, stews, sauces, etc, make sure you you get a set that covers not just what to can, but the hows, and how long different things will last once canned.
I'm a vet, believe me when I tell you, even the President of the United States is on a need to know basis. If I could only tell you the things we were told in the military. It would blow your mind. This is part of the reason active duty and vets get frustrated with civilians, because most civilians are like sheep. I'm not willing to give up my freedom for security. At my house, I'm 911.
Kids are not dumber, just have different views on life. Sometimes I wish that I was so carefree...but it is not in my DNA..and my personal experience. Less than 2% of the the US population lives on farms. Do you think the average Indian kids know more? Almost 50% of Indians live on farms even today. That is what MODI wants to change..and that's why you see the big demonstrations in India..
I used John Seymore's Guide to Self Sufficiency from 2001-2014 because we were so poor and living in the country and i can definitely say that this book alone would get you through really hard times. Another one that was indispensable was The Encyclopedia of Country Living by Carla Emery. It was her life's work. Both of those got me and my girls through layoffs in 2008, and the well running dry around the same time, and taught me everything i needed to know about eating really good food i grew myself.
Texas here. I did a lot of reading while my power was out for 3 days. We did fine, and I didn't even have to get into my preparedness stuff other than a propane camp stove. However, I can easily see how if it had been protracted for weeks instead of days, that I have some big, expensive holes in my plans. Mainly, electricity. $$$$.
Another great medical series... Where There Is No Doctor: A Village Healthcare Handbook by David Werner Where There Is No Dentist by Murray Disckson Where Women Have No Doctor: A Health Guide for Women by A. August Burns
Canning, real maps, home repair and maintenance, homeschool materials, foreign languages and sign language, we even added couple beekeeping books to our library.
Might I suggest printing off some of the FEMA study guides. They let you know how they will respond and give you an idea of how things will be handled on their end so you can make a decision whether to reach out for them or stay out if you want. Covers everything they do and it’s in textbook form( you can take the quiz for each class for certification if you feel like). And best there is no charge.
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For forging I suggest the book Forged a Guide to Becoming a Blacksmith by Liam Hoffman. He has an UA-cam channel and is one of the most followed blacksmiths on Instagram.
you forgot the most important book. the Bible. you can quote John 6:35 over and over again and it will feed you physically and spiritually.
@@wendel5868 thanks for the tip...will look it up.
Hey Canadian Prepper, I noticed on your website you do not carry obstetrics kits I realize it’s a oddball thing to carry but if it was needed it could be invaluable, just a thing I’ve noticed
Wild game cook book. So that you can have a general idea how to prepare certain meat's with certain ingredients, both grown or foraged.
Thanks for pointing out that books will always maintain their "shelf life" and you'll never have to replace their batteries. 😁👍👍👍👍👍
In 10k years I won’t mind that my books have all perished.
But like all the other dead people: I am sure I will change my political alliances and will be absentee voting for democrat socialists.
Some books, paperbacks will deteriorate and crumble to dust pretty quickly. Insects like to live in them too.
@@jeffreydevoti7000 Jeff, I would take the books and vacuum seal them to prolong their lives, but I agree they can't be kept safe forever.
I wonder why these books are turning illegal. 🙄
Would be great to see his books next to them 🙂👍
Anyone else notice all the old time ways are still the best ...Wood burning stoves ...Wool blankets ....Books ...Canning ..Growing your own food etc ...It's almost like our ancestors knew what they were doing all along ...lol
You are so freakin awesome
Right. My Great-Grandparents didn’t call it prepping, they just liked to be prepared. Common sense.
K.I.S.S.
@@jonlouis2582 I think back then it was called survival in the real world. Now a days we have gotten too used to luxuries(myself included)
Yes, they lived by those methods . . . . 👍😊
My dad still reads 1 book every other day. At 80. He is sharp as ever.
I read at least one book a day, I have a couple on the go at the same time. Running out of books now, our library has not been open for a year and am having to go back and re-read my earlier books. I have piles of books three feet high as there is nowhere to take the books I have read. Would have taken them to local charity shops but of course they are not open either.
Reading keep a your mind sharp!
🇺🇸My Daddy was a voracious reader died at 88 very sharp! And finished several sudoku puzzles per day~Would’ve lived to 98 if not for that Damn surgeon’s hand~
@@christinemaryross6780 I read about a book an hour. I usually go for 15 books a day (30,000-40,000 pages per day). This leaves me just enough time to eat and get a full night’s sleep
The night is dark and full of terrors...if you're NOT prepared! ☕️
Texas was Definatly a wake-up call for me
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Aunty Ti I wasn’t expecting to see you here lol !
Go to see you over here, Lovely...
I’m so excited to see your comment I’m such a fan girl and watch your videos 💕💕💕
It is sad that you need to tell people to buy books.
It makes sense. A book doesn't need to load.
Hey, some of us watched He-man growing up...then later found out about Alexandria.
also project gutenberg
@@The_Garden_of_Fragile_Egos Becoming a Supple Leopard, also sub to Athlean-X
@Christy L. It is still very easy to have minimal house power during an outage.
Purchase a marine / boat battery, 2000 watt inverter & a 100 watt solar panel. Easy, but only kind of inexpensive. You will not need to purchase fuel like in the case of a generator.
ive been collecting old books for years. the power can go out but books still work.
I guess it's only fair for me to add that part of my frustration is due to the fact that up until about a year ago, I've been laughed at and ridiculed for being a prepper. I've spoken to co-workers, family and friends and they all laughed at me for stockpiling food, water, ammo and meditation among other things and now they're coming back with their tail between their legs. It's not easy at times to stand alone and it's even harder when the people you love and care about mock and laugh at you. They're not laughing at me anymore, I'll tell you that much.
My crowd still mostly looks at me as 'quirky'
Well done Sir for showing them the light. You’re a lifesaver, like Canadian Prepper who keeps his subscribers informed. Blessings to you and your family.
I was going to post near the same, you have summed up me as well perfectly. Amazing how many that laugh at me are now coming to me and asking what to do.
Derrick: Call it a hobby! I’m having fun organizing and covering the bases for a simple virus outbreak, run on a grocery store or multi day power outage. I also like to distance hike and camp which allows me to try out stuff.
Derrick, I've had the same experience with family, so I just bought them things like tents, fire starting equipment, storable foods, etc. as Christmas & birthday gifts. My son who lives in Brooklyn, went from laughing at me to buying huge amounts of emergency preps. He called me on my birthday to thank me for being, "my crazy mom who turned out to be exactly right", when all the riots in NYC happened last year! Good to know that they have finally learned what we already knew. "Better late than never..."
For medical help: Where There is No Doctor. Also a supplement book Where There is No Dentist and also one for women's health and birthing.
All good books and in our library.
All very good choices!
"My mind is my weapon and books are the stone upon which I sharpen it"
My Ipad battery is dying - dying. (I am going to replace it myself). So much for any books, maps, ect. that I have downloaded once it fails.
One of the great loses from my fire is the books we lost many old out of print books like one I think its title was "Blacksmithing and Welding for the Farm" : (
I would suggest before purchasing a book go look at your Local Library see what they have and see what works best for you then trying to find it for purchase.
Checkout thrift store, yard sales, and online sites for books.
I would suggest
COMBATO: The Art of Self-Defence by Bill Underwood (Which was taught to the allied Special Forces during WWII) Bill was the tiny guy old who took Lou Ferrigno down on the Tonight Show - you can find that on UA-cam.
www.ww2incolor.com/canada/bill-underwood.html
Carrots Love Tomatoes (it is about companion planting -like the story of the 3 sisters and their brother.) by L. Rotta??
The Knowledge - how to start the world from scratch by ???
I also suggest collections like Popular Mechanics Encyclopedia set (I built a radio transmitter from the plans in one when I was a kid).I just pick up a set from the thrift store for 3$ so I have a set for each of my sons now.
Well I hope this helps someone.
My mom got that book when we moved out of the city years ago and into remote farm life when I was about 10. Highly recommended:)
Womens birthing is just hope the baby comes head first and have good reaction time.
How about: When there is no sexual partner?
I could see how those self-sufficiency books would become illegal by governments that want you completely dependent on them, and no that is NOT as conspiratorial as you may think.
They may not be illegal yet but the practical use of these skills is already becoming illegal in many areas. Cities in particular
best self-improvement book is "
101 Really Important Things you already know but keep forgetting""
best philosophy is aurelius meditations
@@jdlflagstone6980 Like collecting rain water on your own property.
What kind of nonsense is that?
@@jdlflagstone6980 mind providing of "skills already becoming illegal."
@@mr.p215 yea. Do your own research. It's different everywhere but the *use* of these skills is prohibited in many areas. Like using rainwater as stated by Mikeness analog or eating unregulated food from your garden, there's plenty of example, probably even in your own local area
“...your memory is fried--and you’re not that smart.” How can you not love this guy 😎
CP, you are so humble. You say versions of this often but we all know where your I.Q. stands, head and shoulders above most folks. Tell the Mrs not to jealous, but I seriously love your brain and thought processes. You are one of a handful of people that still "think". Thanks for sharing of you gift to help others in all your vids.
@@kathyburson8191well said I was thinking the same thing!!!
Comedy amongst prepping channels, and the sheep still watch!
Well Steven I think it might be because a lot of us can relate to that statement.
Ahh my youth... I wish I did more. Ha ha
You were right when we lost power in an apartment. People were mad that we were watching tv and had the fans when the temperature was at hundred. Thank You for your advice.
Just don’t let them know you got food and water. If it’s a really bad situation and you got food and water and they don’t they will be wanting you to share it with them.
@@117rebel" they"ll" be wanting to take it from you by force. and anyone else that your neighbor talks to about you having what they don't have. it's like socialism on meth, and out of control at the same time. but thet will get what you have, unless you do them!
@@jeffl9534 did you have a stroke at the last sentence?
Apartments are dangerous. Idiot unprepared neighbors start fires trying to stay warm, whole complex burns, there goes all your preps.
@@jeffl9534 that’s why you keep your preps secret. If they don’t know you have it they won’t try to take them from you.
Having a few books on basic electrical/wiring, plumbing and carpentry are also handy. Especially if you're a single lady like me and you dont know if anyone will be around to help if the shit truly hits it.
Oh my gosh, that’s a great idea.
Lowe's and Home Depot are good sources for these books, with LOTS of pictures.
People should always have real maps on hand. Their importance and the importance of being able to actually navigate, even at a basic level, cannot be overstated. Don’t depend on GPS being there. The very least you should have is a road atlas.
Agree... A road map/atlas and a topography map are an enormous plus. When thirsty, the topography map is a life saver.
I have always thought this.
Giving up abilities we learned such as cursive writing, natural medicine, etc. for example is a huge mistake. Learning another language will help you get some of that grey matter back. Like the book list in this video.
Wow you have a great point. I didnt even think of fhat. Better also practice how to use it. I am so reliant on google maps now... its embarissing
We got 12 inches of snow here in Arkansas. So I've been reading up on homesteading skills and gardening skills. Also pressure canned meat as one of my freezers went out. Glad I had empty jars and lids
My husband has taken to blacksmithing!!! He is doing really well actually!! Super proud of him!!
Well that's cool!
I do blade smithing handy thing to know .
Yes! He built his lil coal forge with a wood form and clay. It's pretty cool!!
@@welderprincess133 sweet!
Fantastic!
'Herbal Antibiotics" and "Herbal Antivirals" both by Stephen Harrod Buhner. "Making Tinctures beyond the Folk Method" by Thyme Wisper
I'm checking these out. Thanks for the suggestions.
If shtf it don't matter everything is illegal so it's good they do download more out better for all because it's out if you know what i mean
What you really need to get is a scan tool for your vehicle you can plug it into the port under the dash near the driver side. This would give you the ability to diagnose the problem of your vehicle. Also would be a really good idea to have a manual designated just to your car that would allow you to use that scan tool information to your best benefit.
New vehicles you are pissing in the wind if you dont know what you are doing, sensors control other sensors and most plug and play give you very basic info usually nowhere near enough to diagnose for a repair. An o2 sensor that is "bad" could be throwing that code for multiple reasons.
Excellent recommendations! I have older cars and these items are critical.
Also some replacement belts n filters n fluids specific to it?
You folks might as well forget about a vehicle in a shif situation, nothing is going any place, no food, no furl, no electrical grid ,no communications with your smart phone or I pad,. You need 3 things, #1 water, # 2 shelter, #3 food. Good luck with all the rest.
@@christinamoneyhan5688 True, but it doesn't always have to be full blown shtf that you're preparing for. I keep a variety of items on hand in my car and a code reader is one of those items.
When my grandfather passed my family was going to get rid of all his old tools but I kept them. A hand drill will be gold if the power goes out and eventually runs out. Of course i have SOLAR chargers it's always good to have a back up!!!
I recently bought some old hand tools just for the sake of having them as a back up... A hand drill and a bar style hand saw. And a few others..
You are so smart keep it all
Very smart and so handy. Wow, how lucky to have manual or hand tools available and not just for workshops but kitchens as well. If, power grid is down than all electrical gadgets are suddenly just expensive paperweights. Many preppers forget essentials; like manual: Coffee pots or French presses (Lol, love my coffee), hand or egg mixers, motor/pedestals, can openers (buy some extras), cookbooks, and etc. Take care 🙏🏻
A book on how to maintain hand tools (sharpen saws,etc.) I never thought of that until I read your post. thank you - I need to find one know.
if you interested on how to use them in small practical projects check out - Rex Krueger
Eric....... GOOD FOR YOU! Tools are INVALUABLE and some IRREPLACEABLE.
There used to be a set of books called """Fox Fire Books"" from making a spoon from wood to making a violin..all the old ways.. food prep...everything...I don't know if they are still in print...something to look into if you would like...
It's just a thought...
Stay safe..Stay Vigilant, and Keep Watch ❤️...thank you for your videos...keep producing them...❤️❤️❤️❤️😁
They just came out with a reprint.
About $200 on Amazon
got'em. They're priceless and easy to read.
@@robhemp5548 I have the first 5 in pdf, I have the first three actual books from a used book store for about $8 each.
Foxfire - 14 volumes
Each one is stand alone wonderful
I saw the first three in a used bookstore yesterday.
I read them as a child and eventually got them all. Still have them.
Used to have five or six foxfire books. Really miss them. Aunt Aire!!
I have been collecting survival type books for years. One thing I do is store my books in 20mm Ammo cans. That keeps them safe from insects rodents and if you loose your roof or are in a flood water. I keep zip lock bags in the cans in case I need Move lighter or use them individually.
Vacuum seal them, or even seal up in Mylar bags with desiccants.
"Partied hard when you were younger and your brain is fried...that's why there's books" well, looks like Canadian Prepper summed me up REAL QUICK!!! 🤣🤣🤣 Damn, this is why you're amazing buddy.
When you were younger?!
Another wonderful book to add to your selection is “The Encyclopedia of Country Living” by Carla Emery.
Thank you
I love that one!
This book is awesome! I gave my first copy to a young man wanting to start his prepping and planning for a small homestead. Bought me a new copy ASAP!!
Fantastic book!
Excellent book.
Books and reading paper are underrated.
Truth
the classics for entertainment
My mom fusses all the time about me buying books. She calls it a waste of money when I could just look it up on the internet. My dad is a Prepper and a reader so thankfully he gets it. My mom is the type that is in denial that SHTF could happen. Even with everything that is happening, she still thinks everything is going to go back to normal. Since nothing has directly effected us yet, it’s easy for her to ignore it. I am grateful that we have been blessed so far but I hope she wakes up before anything bad happens.
@@moonchildjess9648 good for u. Keep doing what ur doing
Tell that to the people in TX. They all probably have kindles. Ha ha. I've been taught books are invaluable to one's mind. I mean Hitler burned books because he knew how "dangerous" they could be! What's that tell ya?
Just wanted to give a shout-out to the Canadian Prepper- I live in the DFW area of Texas. I was born and raised in Upstate New York- I am accustomed to cold weather and know what to do and not to do...I was also prepared- I had propane heaters and cookers etc...(we do a lot of cold weather camping.) My shout-out is because- I faithfully watch your channel. I have learned things from you- but more importantly, during and after this weather freak out I turned my neighbors onto the Canadian Prepper channel to start getting prepared for the next one...and they LOVE IT. There are all kinds of Facebook pages and other pages, but the thing about the Canadian Prepper...you never TALK DOWN to people just starting out. Your videos are helpful and to the point. They have helped educate me and my neighbors...Thank you for doing what you do. I would ask that you update or do some videos on indoor heat sources. comparison's with different propane heaters? But thank you again.
Robin Hollenkamp kérosène for indoor heat, not propane. Anti combustion depletes oxygen so you need to crack a window and direct your heat. But propane burning needs to be vented carefully to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
One thing I tell wall of my friends to do is buy a repair manual for every car they own. It's good to have a tailored manual for the cars you own.
This comment section is gonne keep me alive lol. What a great idea. Do you know anything else for repairs? Like on how to fix machines like a power generator?
@@Whiterun_Gaurd you can get repair manuals for pretty much any small engine. You just need to find the model of engine that your generator uses.
If I could have only one herbal medicine reference, one that includes not only recipes and procedures but a thorough coverage of basic nursing care and how to prepare natural foods, I would have the old 'Back to Eden' by Jethro Kloss. I've relied upon it with confidence for over 50 years.
Thank you
I will be looking him up thank you..
I think I have back to eden on kindle. Used to have the book. Wish I still did.
I am teaching myself herbal medicine after quitting the nursing field. I would agree with you. Also nice to have is a plant identification books for your area. The PDR for Herbal Medicines is also a nice reference.
I purchased all of these from Thriftbooks dot com!
I've been waiting on taxes to collect this book and several others.
Might want to consider the Ball canning book or one like it
Yes, I have enough canning jars to store a years worth of food, thanks to getting that book. It's a life saver!
I have never canned in my life until March 2020 and I got the ball canning book and for,someone with no experience it got me going right away.
Great idea, have bought Preserving Food without Freezing or Canning by The Gardeners & Farmers of Terre Vivante. Long name but invaluable old school techniques for food preservation. Honestly, my favourite book on food preservation after all humans have been storing food for centuries before expensive equipment and electricity.
@@colleenmcintosh6974 Thank you for the book tip, just found a copy to buy!
@@strongheartwoman1931 absolutely, honestly best money you’ll spend on a book for preservation. Just started my victory gardens and preservation over last two years and this book has been an invaluable resource. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Reader’s Digest. “Back to basics” is another good book. A practical guide to old-fashioned self-sufficiently.
Love that book
"Off-Grid Electrical Systems in Developing Countries" is a book that I have in my collection as well as the handbook on batteries, and electric machine fundamentals. I have zero plans on living without power for long periods of time 😄
Did you see how to make light bulbs out of soda bottles? I thought hmmm?? So, I made one myself. It actually works. No need for any power but the sunshine. There's videos on here how to make them.
I recommend a King James Bilble large print red letter edition. Start in the middle with Mathew, Mark, Luke and John.
Amen!!🙏
I was thinking first and foremost, have Bibles on hand and then all the survival books.
Spot on. You sir, understand the importance if priorities.
Facts 💯
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Cp, I'd suggest storeys, basic country skills. Books on basic construction, masonry, plumbing, etc. How to books on chickens, goats, pigs, cows, horses. Any type of animal you may want or need. Well drilling/digging. Small engine/pump basics. Cook books. The wife and I both enjoy books. We have a pretty nice little library. Oh you've got little ones too, cp. Don't forget school type books for your kids.
I just enjoy your videos. While you are a doer. You're also a thinker. I like that. Even when I disagree with you. You always make me think. Keep up the good work.
I still have my old Boy Scouts Handbook. It’s my ‘If you could have only one book’ book.
Learned many many useful skills in Scouts.
Toss all those books in a dry bag - your gonna really need them👍
I don’t have any digital down loads. I have all books in my preps. I highly suggest all the books you can get your hands on. Got most of mine from second hand stores.
Agree... second hand stores, gun shows, flea markets. Old/outdated military manuals may also be a nice addition.
Old boy scout manuals are good to have.
Army survival manual also
The Land Navigation Field Manual and a lensatic compass as well.
" old manuals on boy Scouts are good to have."
-Jeffrey Epstein
@@reicherreinhardtvonkesslri9847 lol
Still have mine 40 yrs later
The book “When there is no doctor “. By Gerard S. Doyle.
Where there is no Dentist as well, great books for SHTF.
And where there is no vet! We have so many books on our farm animals and zero books on our indoor pets.
Awesome video and thank you for all you do. I'm from New York, but now reside in Texas. Bro, we got like 6 inches of snow max and the people here lost their freaking minds. Yes, it was cold, but good grief. I'm also a US Navy veteran, so adapting for me is second nature. Don't get me wrong, I know Texans may not be used to the cold and snow, however they are familiar with ice storms which confuses me because ice is worse, but some of this seems deliberate to me. The State had advanced notice and they did absolutely nothing to treat the roads, no chemical, no salt, nothing.
I may be remembering wrong but i read that texas gov't had a sort of sentinel event about 10-15 years ago involving a freeze but hasnt made any changes. Hope they do now
@@reg4211 also back in 82 I believe. but you need to be an old guy like me to know that.
Yeah... when you’re in a warm place that freezes over... minimize driving. Just asking for trouble otherwise.
Find yourself a set of the “Foxfire Books”. They are a set of volumes of do it yourself books of Appalachian ways.
$231 on Amazon for 14 volumes. Worth every penny, especially if you live in the area
Yes great books I have 5 of them
I lived some of that life! I’m from East Tennessee.
People from 100 years ago: Ahhh man I want to have an easier life.
People today: How do I live like the people 100 years ago? 😂
no free lunch
Lol
The real life "F*ck, go back!!!" meme.
It’s because we see/hear about the good parts, rarely the bad. If you want to go back to a time where any infection could kill you, be my guest.
The past is romanticized. Life nowadays really is exponentially better in almost every measurable way. That’s not to say we shouldn’t learn from our past, but do realize that it’s not all it’s cut out to be in movies.
@@jd5997 you mean sustanance farming from the moment you can walk barely making enough to survive, having the majority of your children die before they reach five years old and dying from dysentery isn't fun?
MUST HAVES:
SAS survival guide and Sawyer water purifier.
Great selection. Others books I recommend:
- Principles of Protection - Walton McCarthy (If you are interested in build or buy a bunker, or know more about NBC threats)
- Forgotten Arts and Crafts - John Seymour
- The New Self-Sufficient Gardener - John Seymour
- Books from Fernando Aguirre:
- Street Survival Skills: Tips, Tricks and Tactics for Modern Survival
- The Modern Survival Manual: Surviving the Economic Collapse
- Bugging Out and Relocating: When Staying is not an Option
- Other important medical books, you can download for free and buy printed version on hesperian.org/books-and-resources like:
- Where there is no doctor
- Where Women Have No Doctor
- Where there is no dentist
- A Book for Midwives
- Where There Is No Pet Doctor
- Where There Is No Animal Doctor
- A Community Guide to Environmental Health
- Books of basic knowlege of everything in electronic formats protected from EMP, like: elementary and middle school, medical, physics, mathematics, biology, geology, agronomy, main spoken languages learning books and dictionaries, books of engineering: Mechanical, electrical, electronic, civil, chemical, metallurgy, food, mining, materials, computer...
- Fiction, general literature and history books for entertainment at all ages
Excellent list, thanks 🙏🏻
dictionaries , lexica , communications book (sign language, military, radio ) , measuring units cheat sheets, electronics repair manual, entertainment ( comics, romans, novels ) , world maps/ pocket atlas, military tactics manuals, homeschoolings books, hygiene books ( 2020 toilet paper crisis )
that is a good list.
@@glen1arthur thank you :)
Last time I was this early we still had toilet paper and power
Maybe some books on caring for dogs/cats in prepping situations.
Dont forget a Handyman Guide. If you bug in you will be on your own for the repairs and upkeep. And if you bug out, hopefully you can eventually occupy or buld another house. Also Construction à ossature de bois or english equivalent on the CMHC site. A lot of good building free info on that site by the way fellow canadian taxpayers.
Doom and Bloom (Dr. Alton and Nurse Amy) also have a new antibiotic book....highly recommend to accompany their medical book. For food preservation highly recommend Preserving Food without Freezing or Canning by The Gardeners & Farmers of Terre Vivante. Also, have books on herbs for medicines, sanitation, animal husbandry, cooking from scratch (breads, cast iron and etc.), stills (alcohol, beer, wine, essential oils, ethanol, and hand sanitizer) and much much more.
Agree that UA-cam videos and PDF files are very useful but if power grid is off (whether temporary or not) I prefer a hard copy of books for reference. Great video, CP!
I can’t believe it’s come to point where videos like this are being made. So unfortunate whats happened
In reality, the majority of these events are caused by evil globalist people. They control the weather, contaminate our food system, and poison us and the environment via chemtrails, GMO’s and especially vaccines and Big Pharma drugs. And then they steal our honest wealth via corrupt banking and immoral taxation. These thinks are not just unfortunate events. Watch Trump and his journey to save America and the world. Very soon now.
@@gailfagan7579 Trump is only trying to save himself.
@@amoscardoza5253 you clearly have t been paying attention much!!
@@amoscardoza5253 He is now
@@gailfagan7579 couldn’t agree more!
There's a school in Central Texas that teaches these off grid, acute austere medical care, blacksmithing, radio communications, herbal medics skills, water filtration, etc.. They are called The Human Path. Thanks for sharing all these great ideas.
I was one of those Aussie kids that followed my Dad around the shed, when he was working on cars. My teenage friends did the same thing.
Even my mother, who is now in aged care, changed her own oil. My family also taught me how to butcher meat, grow vegetables and forage.
I was the extra son that my Dad always wanted, although I was a girl. I showed more interest in mechanics than my older brother.
One thing you lack in information is sewing and dressmaking. You can source some great starter books for beginner level clothing repairs.
First aid is a must. After that, some knowledge of field medicine is better.
Where There Is No Dentist another good book.
True!
Special Forces Medical Handbook, Where There Is No Doctor are two more that I'd recommend as well!!
A year without the grocery store, the LDS preparedness handbook, complete home canning guides
Thanks to your video of surviving grid down. I was able to change my entire families mind about prepping. I was watching it in the living room during a family get together. And everyone got sucked into it. Now I’m no longer the only prepper in my family. So grateful for your videos
Great video! I'm actually going to watch it a few times to make a library list of more good things to have on hand when (not if) Fit hits the Shan. Thanks!
Wow...the Seymour book has been going since the 70s! I imagine it's been updated since then of course, he ended up forming a teaching facility for self sufficiency here in Ireland. I can thoroughly recommend that book. Also the SAS Survival manual. It's more hardcore survivalism than the self sufficiency books but has great sections on field and emergency medicine etc.
PS I also recommend a good book on knot tying. Might sound weird but it's amazing how many times we need to tie things around a homestead and how many different knots are needed. If you say that after I've typed this, sorry!
PPS There are two books I believe are free to download online..."what to do when there's no dentist" and "What to do when there's no doctor", both are worth searching for. (and you just recommended the knots book, lol)
Thumbs up on Joe and Amy Alton's medical book. They also have a really good one on antibiotics.
I'm a trucker I was caught in that last storm in Mississippi, feels good to be back in California.
Excellent advise!! ..... I have a good library, but have "holes" in my info ... I am printing those ......
Knowledge is power, especially when information is inaccessible.
Good list. I’d recommend a guide to clouds/weather forecasting. Amazing what can be avoided if you know what the clouds are signalling.
Bushcraft: Outdoor Skills and Wilderness Survival
by Mors Kochanski is a good book.
The book "Street Survival Skills" - by Fernando "FerFAL" Aguirre, is an excellent book and his channel The Modern Survivalist is also a good reference for things like radios, masks, weapons, tips , advice, etc...
Yall must be new to this channel he has predicted so much and i have been a prepper since he started his youtube channel like 7 8 years ago and im only 18
Wise beyond your years for sure.
16
You will be an asset to any community in the future.
Your generation’s future.
@@ravenmad9225 very smart indeed...well done!
Very smart indeed, the more young people that are awake and alert the better...well done!
We took that advice 2 years ago & have a big library now. Although I will say some of the information is repeated in several books. I will get the Self Sufficient Life since I'm lacking that one. Thanks for your recommendations.
Correct. (There are no mistakes, Only lessons)
Books by Steven Rinella : complete guide to hunting, butchering, and cooking wild game, meateater guide to wilderness skills and survival, Sandor Katz art of fermentation, Paul Stamets’s books about mushrooms, Amanda Ripley’s the unthinkable-who survives when disaster strikes and why. These are some good ones.
My wife and I are chefs and while she was in school, her chefs suggested the old Time Life series (the good cook), as additional reference material for your home library, there are over 20 volumes in the series and we found a used set that was complete on evil Bay and paid around $150 for the complete set. I'll tell you, with those books you can get such a thorough understanding of the culinary arts, you wouldn't even need culinary school. Fantastic series, all of the series of books were compiled and authored by leaders in their fields really well done, groups of professional and historical input, not just one author's take. Thank you. of course, as you said, you must practice. But eating is fun so practice something new.
I'm in WV and most of my county woke up w/out electricity this morning (12 degrees) because a substation got knocked out. This is the 2nd time it has happened in two weeks, so I'm getting concerned about the vulnerability of the power grid in the USA. (This isn't due to a downed tree or fried squirrel, which is the usual reason for losing electricity out in the countryside.)
I have some books. My favorite - How to not do Something Stupid and Get Yourself Killed, by Lt. Dan...good video...
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haha I'll have to try to find that one. : )
😆🤣😂 LMAO. Well Played. Well Played.
You better tuck that in. You don't want to get that caught in a trip wire!
You’re not an idiot, you’re just a visual learner like myself. I to do better when I see visuals rather than just reading technical books. Awesome video thank you.
Betty Crocker cooking for one or two. It teaches you how to make smaller meals and portion things right. Why make large meals and have things go to waste? It can be found second hand at many thrift stores. In fact while at the thrift store buy a few more cookbooks. It helps to avoid food boredom. Even in a survival situation no one wants to eat plain oatmeal or plain rice and beans day after day. Get a book on seasonings also to make the best of what you have on hand.
Also old vegetarian cookbooks have good recipes for beans and rice
Yup and how to make bread (very important) or pasta by hand from scratch or cooking in cast iron cookware over a fire as some examples.
You are an amazing combination of knowledge and humor. You can be serious but can also convey the message while making us laugh. Love it
First book you picked up, John Seymour guide to self sufficiency, one of my favourite books. Definitely engaged smug mode when you suggested that ☺️. Another recommendation would be Ray Mears guide to bushcraft. Very good book by undoubtedly one of the best in the world. Good video as always CP. Liked the smash button.
"Resistance to tyranny" really pisses them off.
🇺🇸Might wanna learn to reload ammo too but that only works if we have powder primer and lead~
That’s how “They” can disarm us~
All the knowledge/information in the world is useless if it's not in your head, or in your hands. It's like reading a book on how to change a tire, that's all well and good, but until you actually do it, your not going to really understand how to do it. Doing it also helps you to understand any problems you may have had reading the instructions. You may think you understand but then realize you don't. Also, I was thinking more about survival skills than just "ordinary" skills, I mean do really want to have to keep referring to a book if your giving someone CPR, etc.?
That's akin to saying you won't be able to cook something unless you have memorized the recipe. I assure you all knowledge/information in the world in written form is not "useless".
Yeah I respectfully disagree. I have tackle plenty of projects with no prior experience. The trick is getting your hands on the right tools 😉 I bet I could build a cabin based off the description of Pa's work in Little House on the Prairie 😂😂😂
Deborah Arnold you would definitely have to teach yourself to mortise. Wait, is that even a verb? hehe
Not everyone has innate skills to ensure self-sustainability or is mechanically inclined for that matter. It's an asset to possess these skill sets but many need some practice to achieve what comes naturally to others.
@@MJA5 if I remember correctly (and I have not read the book since childhood) there is a description of how Pa joints and uses wood like spikes to hold the larger pieces together. And the door latch is a leather strap that is threaded through a hole at the top of the door to the other side. 🤔 Can't believe I remember that. You all can get the technical homesteading books I'm just going to read children's books from the wild wild west 😂
"Where There Is No Doctor"
"Where There Is No Dentist"
"Where There Is No Animal Doctor"
"Where There Is No Psychiatrist"
"Where There Is No Child Psychiatrist"
Addendum: just found out there's "Where There is No Pet Doctor"
I've ordered my paper copies directly from the Hesperian Foundation.
There are also two update booklets for the No Doctor - one on diabetes, other on vision.
Heaven!
Be sure to get a lot of Bibles and read them all
Thanks for this 😊
It doesn't make any sense not to be prepared for a disaster. If you have car insurance, you're prepared for an accident. Prepping is insurance for a disaster to up your chances for survival.
There will be a lot of new preppers from the Texas disaster.
All of life is preparing - your parents prepared for your arrival, they prepared for you to start your education, prepared you to one day leave home (for most🥴), you prepare to get a job, prepare to start your own family - you go to grocery store to prepare for the meals your going to eat - hopefully you prepare for eternity by choosing a relationship with Jesus Christ, the One and Only Son of God by accepting His payment for your sins - receiving His gift of pardon and His righteousness so you can stand before a Holy God robed in Christ’s righteousness- you get the picture life is one preparation after another - why would you not use the 32 ounces of gray matter God gave you to make informed decisions about what lies ahead and prepare accordingly!
Love the Seinfeld reference!
And thanks for the book recommendations. I'm afflicted with being a bibliophile so this was a fun video.
One book that I have on my buy list is "The Art of Fermentation" by Sandor Katz.
Fermenting foods is a great storage method AND fermented foods are great probiotics and good for gut health.
Get books on home repair/construction techniques. I worked in construction for 20 years and efficientcy is the goal. After watching videos of people constructing survival shelters they do tons of these things but they never speak about them. Try to get the job done with as little work put in as possible. To cut your logs the same size use a jig which could just be a couple of rocks spaced apart to give you the proper measurements. Think of a method that will get your job done with as little touches to the material as possible. Take as few steps as possible. Conserving energy with those methods can go a long way when it comes time to eat and rest, both of which will be in short supply if you have to build a shelter in the woods.
Please get a total engineers handbook or Mechanical engineer pocketbook. I would also recommend “Uglys” residential wiring and industrial wiring. These will be great aides to you when there is no one to call to fix things.
Thank you. One of my mottos..."Books are our friends."
Get a few packs of the playing cards that have edible plants and knots etc on the back. Serves two purposes
Keep up the great videos. Love your website and all the info you give. Thank you.
"The complete biogas handbook" by David House. How to make energy and fertilizer from organic wastes.
Also, some books about beekeeping (for honey, propolis (medicine) and beeswax (for candles)).
I love books!! Thanks for all the suggestions.
1.155 comments have already been made, so i don't really know if this has been suggested or not, but i would recommend a book or three on canning. fruits, veggies, meats, soups, stews, sauces, etc, make sure you you get a set that covers not just what to can, but the hows, and how long different things will last once canned.
I'm a vet, believe me when I tell you, even the President of the United States is on a need to know basis. If I could only tell you the things we were told in the military. It would blow your mind. This is part of the reason active duty and vets get frustrated with civilians, because most civilians are like sheep. I'm not willing to give up my freedom for security. At my house, I'm 911.
I always enjoy your videos because present the material in a straightforward manner backed by knowledge of the product. Keep up the good work!
Amazing information I grew up on a farm and I am surprised how young people today know nothing.
Kids are not dumber, just have different views on life. Sometimes I wish that I was so carefree...but it is not in my DNA..and my personal experience. Less than 2% of the the US population lives on farms. Do you think the average Indian kids know more? Almost 50% of Indians live on farms even today. That is what MODI wants to change..and that's why you see the big demonstrations in India..
debrett's handbook
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At Our Wits' End: Why We're Becoming Less Intelligent and What it Means for the Future
'Common Sense for Texans and how to find your Stopcock' is a great read.
Yes.. I thought it was called sometgung else
I have books on local edible plants you can forage for.
I used John Seymore's Guide to Self Sufficiency from 2001-2014 because we were so poor and living in the country and i can definitely say that this book alone would get you through really hard times. Another one that was indispensable was The Encyclopedia of Country Living by Carla Emery. It was her life's work. Both of those got me and my girls through layoffs in 2008, and the well running dry around the same time, and taught me everything i needed to know about eating really good food i grew myself.
I have a couple of those books. I would also recommend the Foxfire series.
Yup. I have all of that series. I posted above about them. Entertaining and extremely informative too.
@@DMAneoth yea, sorry I didn’t read all 800 comments before I commented 😂
Texas here. I did a lot of reading while my power was out for 3 days. We did fine, and I didn't even have to get into my preparedness stuff other than a propane camp stove. However, I can easily see how if it had been protracted for weeks instead of days, that I have some big, expensive holes in my plans. Mainly, electricity. $$$$.
Another great medical series...
Where There Is No Doctor: A Village Healthcare Handbook by David Werner
Where There Is No Dentist by Murray Disckson
Where Women Have No Doctor: A Health Guide for Women by A. August Burns
Canning, real maps, home repair and maintenance, homeschool materials, foreign languages and sign language, we even added couple beekeeping books to our library.
I've been buying books! Is really important. Knowledge is power.
Use the following "proverb" of which I wrote when I was 15. "The more you know, the more you know there is to be known."
Most States have Master Gardening classes. They are very in depth. Worth your time to attend for about 3 months during the off season.
Control of Communicable Diseases Manual is a good book.
we're learning that one in real time.
Might I suggest printing off some of the FEMA study guides. They let you know how they will respond and give you an idea of how things will be handled on their end so you can make a decision whether to reach out for them or stay out if you want. Covers everything they do and it’s in textbook form( you can take the quiz for each class for certification if you feel like). And best there is no charge.
“Plant identification app”: I immediately have visions of a hacker having fun with which mushrooms will cure my infection, and which will kill me.