You don't need a bunker or a budget. You need a plan, a few basics, and 20 minutes. This page walks you through everything in order.
[01] Start With the Basics
Every plan starts with three things. Tap a card to dive in.
Water
Storage, purification, finding sources. The one thing you can't survive 3 days without.
Food
Build a 2-week supply on a budget. Long-term storage, no-power cooking, wild edibles.
First Aid
Wound care, burns, breaks, bleeding. Know what to do before the ambulance arrives.
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[02] Your First 10 Steps
The most popular article on the site, and the single best place to begin.
Beginner Prepper Checklist: Your First 10 Steps
Water, food, light, first aid, documents, cash, comms, shelter, skills, and a plan. Do these 10 things and you're ahead of 90% of people.
[03] All 12 Skill Tracks
Pick a track, work through the guides, come back for the next one. No rush.
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[04] Free Tools
Interactive tools to help you plan, build, and track your preps. All free, no signup.
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