Ultimate List of Prepper Gear
Looking for some gear ideas? Take a look at the list below to see what type of gear you might want to add to your prepping collection.
Download this list in PDF form by scrolling down to the end of the list.
Use this list as a guide. Some of these things you may not need or even want, or maybe you don’t know you want it until the time comes.
Take this list as use to make your own lists of what gear you want and when. Print this list out and mark off what you have acquired.
You can also use this gear to learn about new items and research whether it would fit your needs or not.
How much do you need? That will depend on your comfort level, skill level, space, budget and much more. There’s no right answer. Store what you feel you want and/or need.
Remember to take care of everyone’s needs, even kids and pets.
This list isn’t meant to overwhelm you, but to simply keep you on track.
Prepping isn’t all about gear, but it can sure help. Get the gear that’s best for you and your budget.
Ultimate list of prepper gear:
- Water storage containers
- Water purification tablets
- Water purification filter
- Water purification bottle
- Water bladder
- Berkey
- Bandanas – 100% cotton is best
- Shemagh
- Paracord
- Rope
- N95 Masks
- Gas mask
- iosat tablets
- Activated carbon charcoal
- Folding solar panel
- Solar generator
- Gas/propane generator
- Compost toilet
- Compressed towels
- Hygiene wipes
- Propane camp stove
- Propane bottles
- Buddy Heater
- Reusable wash cloths
- Reusable zipper bags
- Vitamins and other necessary OTC medications
- Rubbing alcohol
- No Rinse body wash
- Beeswax
- Candle wicks
- Headlamps
- Flashlights
- Disposable and rechargeable batteries
- Fruit, vegetable and herb seeds
- Gorilla tape
- Radio – ham, CB or GMRS
- Lighters, matches and ferro rods
- External battery chargers
- Sillcock key
- 5 gallon bucket lid opener
- Mylar bags and oxygen absorbers
- Silica packets
- Mason jars
- Manual kitchen tools
- Egg beater
- Butter churn
- Coffee grinder
- Can opener
- Cheese shredder
- Coffee maker
- Grain Mill
- Meat grinder
- Peeler
- Popcorn maker
- Ice pick
- Manual tools
- Hammer – and nails
- Hand saw
- Screw drivers – and screws
- Hacksaw
- Hand drill
- Circuit tester
- Air pump
- Scythe
- Laundry wringer
- Wood carving tools
- Scissors
- Clamp
- Measuring tape
- Level
- Wrenches
- Electrical tape
- Plier
- Distiller
- Multitool
- Fixed blade knife
- Folding knife
- Folding saw
- Vacuum sealer
- Dehydrator
- Freeze dryer
- Water bath canner
- Pressure canner
- Storage bins – big and small
- Candles
- Lantern
- Manicure set
- Sewing kit
- Fabric of all kinds
- Soaps & shampoos – liquid and bar
- Toothpaste
- Lotion
- Feminine hygiene products
- Chapstick
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Borax
- Baking soda
- Vinegar
- Essential oils
- Soap nuts
- 5 gallon buckets with lids
- Faraday bag
- Office supplies
- Pens
- Pencils
- Notepads
- Glue
- Tape
- Paper
- Sharpies
- Paper map
- Compass
- Bags – backpacks, roll bags, storage bags
- PVC pipe
- Bricks
- Wood
- Sleeping bag
- Blankets – wool, cotton, mylar
- Trash bags
- Extra clothing
- Extra shoes
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Trapping and snaring
- Books
- Entertainment
- Crafts
- Board games
- DVD player that runs on batteries
- Books
- Cast iron
- Armor – plates, plate carrier, vests
- Tac vest
- Pest control
- Clothes line and pins
- Gardening pots
- Pallets
- 55 gallon drums
- 275 gallon totes
- First aid
- Tweezers
- Bandaids
- Gauze
- Wraps
- Tourniquet
- Safety pins
- Medical tape
- Staples
- Sutures
- Dental kit
- OTC medications for adults, kits and pets
- Rubbing alcohol
- Salve
- Splint
- Tick remover
- Grow lights
- Self-defense items
- Firearm
- Pepper spray
- Maglite
- Stungun
- Bat
- Kubotan
- Baton
- Knife
- Sword
- Home defense items
- Security cameras
- Door jammer
- Security bar for doors and windows
- Door and window alarms
- Solar security lights
- Toilet paper
- Travel bidet
- Disposable glow sticks
- Reusable glow lights
- Grill
- Mosquito netting
- Bird netting
- Cart – wheelbarrow, gorilla cart, pull cart
- Blackout curtains
- Fire starters
- Fire ladder
- Fire extinguishers
- Helmet
- Smoke alarms
- Carbon monoxide detectors
- Gloves – garden, first aid, working, warmth
- Bungee cords
- Zip ties
- Sunglasses
- Safety glasses
- Goggles
- Bleach
- Tarps
- Safety pins
- Towels of all sizes
- Gas cans
- Gas stabilizer
- Cook set
- Empty tea bags
- Empty steel/aluminum tins
- Collapsible bowls, cups, colander
- Wood stove
- Battery operated fans
- Inverter
- Fanny pack
- Hammock
- Tent
- Car jump starter
- Bicycle – with trailer
- Poncho
- Diatomaceous earth
- Wood carving tools
- Bathtub liner to store water
- Collapsible water bags
Remember, none of this is mandatory, nor do you need all of this right now. Use this list as a guide for your own needs.
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What else would you add to this list? Let me know in the comments section and I’ll see about adding it!