Building your Ark *Lesson 13: Way to Communicate

Lesson 13: Way to Communicate

Presented by Debbie Kent

http://www.peaceofpreparedness.com/


Noah used a dove to get information he needed to know if it was safe to go out. In our day, most use cell phones. But during a disaster situation, even if cell phones are still working the circuits will quickly become overloaded and useless. In order for us to be able to communicate with our family, friends, neighbors, church units and others in an emergency situation, alternative methods must be used. 

These include: whistles; FRS or GMRS (walkie-talkie type radios); emergency radios where you can listen to news and amateur radios.

Level One: whistle (can be heard from afar); corded phone; cell phone battery charger

Level Two: Emergency radio (for listening); walkie-talkie type radios w/ extra batteries, map

Level Three: Amateur radio license and handheld Ham radio, extra batteries

Level Four: Mobile Ham radio unit, powerful antenna and alternative power sources.

Building your Ark *Lesson 12: Noah was prepared for when the hammer slipped.

Lesson 12: Noah was prepared for when the hammer slipped.

Presented by Debbie Kent

http://www.peaceofpreparedness.com/

It would also be well to have on hand some basic medical supplies to last
for at least a year. Ezra Taft Benson, “Prepare Ye”

Common sense tells us that when a widespread disaster strikes we will not be able to depend on medical help for days or weeks later. It is up to us to prepare for and store supplies for not only our day to day medications but situations we normally go to the doctor or hospital for. For these reasons we not only need to have our own medical supplies but need to know how to use them. Having a good wilderness first aid book; taking CERT or first aid training; or taking the First Aid for Emergency class offered in November will help prepare you in this area. Here are some ideas for preparing by Level:

Level One: 30 days daily medications; pain reliever; spare glasses; gloves; masks; first aid kit

Level Two: 90 days daily medication; burn gel; antibiotics; insect repellent; sunscreen; first aid+

Level Three: Splints; medicines; eye wash; moleskin; First Aid Kit ++; First Aid Training

Level Four: First Aid Kit +++; burn kit; birthing kit; suturing kit; iodine tablets; CERT

Building your Ark * Lesson 11:He had Light and……Power (fuel)

Lesson 11:He had Light and…

Presented by Debbie Kent

http://www.peaceofpreparedness.com/

Wood, coal, gas, oil, kerosene, and even candles are among those items which could be reserved as fuel for warmth, cooking, and light or power. Some may be used for all of these purposes and certain ones would have to be stored and handled cautiously.
(Prepare Ye by Ezra Taft Benson)

Noah was commanded to build a window for light. We now have many different ways you can provide light for your family in an emergency. Having a variety of ways to light is even better. Here are some ideas to get you started. More information will be found in the Power Up class later this year.

Level One: 3 Lightsticks (12 hour); flashlight/batteries; tea candles (100); matches for 90 days

Level Two: Extra batteries; lantern or oil lamp and fuel; matches for 90 day; candles/holders

Level Three: 20-100 Hour Candles; extra lantern parts and fuel for 1 year; solar charge battery

Level Four: Garden Solar lights; led light strings for solar lighting; kerosene lantern & parts

…Power (fuel)

It is a cold winter day. A winter storm has knocked out the power and officials say it may be days or weeks before it is restored. You are prepared: you have flashlights, lanterns, stoves and even a heater, but alas you have no power sources to fire them up! Kind of like being up a creek without a paddle isn’t it? The recommendation: a one year supply of fuel.

Level One: Batteries; firewood; newspapers; matches (box 250)

Level Two: Stove fuel-3 mo; Lamp fuel- 3 mo.; matches (5 boxes); fire starter

Level Three: Charcoal (22 bags); heater; lantern/heater fuel- 9 more months

Level Four: Gasoline w/ additive (Sta-bil); fuel pump; matchless  
lighter; generator/fuel; solar panel/battery/inverter; metal bucket (burning ashes);

Food Storage on $5 a week

The following information was found at  LDSPreppers posted by user “AZPrepper”. He basically came up with a list of $5 food items that you can purchase each week for a year to build up your food storage for you and someone else.
Although he mentions that some of the food costs may have changed, the general concept and estimate should still be worth your while.


Here’s the list of what to buy each week:

• Week 1: 6 lbs salt
• Week 2: 5 cans cream of chicken soup
• Week 3: 20 lbs of sugar
• Week 4: 8 cans tomato soup
• Week 5: 50 lbs wheat
• Week 6: 6 lbs macaroni
• Week 7: 20 lbs sugar
• Week 8: 8 cans tuna
• Week 9: 6 lbs yeast
• Week 10: 50 lbs wheat
• Week 11: 8 cans tomato soup
• Week 12: 20 lbs sugar
• Week 13: 10 lbs powdered milk
• Week 14: 7 boxes macaroni & cheese
• Week 15: 50 lbs wheat
• Week 16: 5 cans cream of chicken soup
• Week 17: 1 bottle 500 multi-vitamins
• Week 18: 10 lbs powdered milk
• Week 19: 5 cans cream of mushroom soup
• Week 20: 50 lbs wheat
• Week 21: 8 cans tomato soup
• Week 22: 20 lbs sugar
• Week 23: 8 cans tuna
• Week 24: 6 lbs shortening
• Week 25: 50 lbs wheat
• Week 26: 5 lbs honey
• Week 27: 10 lbs powdered milk
• Week 28: 20 lbs sugar
• Week 29: 5 lbs peanut butter
• Week 30: 50 lbs wheat
• Week 31: 7 boxes macaroni & cheese
• Week 32: 10 lbs powdered milk
• Week 33: 1 bottle 500 aspirin
• Week 34: 5 cans cream of chicken soup
• Week 35: 50 lbs wheat
• Week 36: 7 boxes macaroni & cheese
• Week 37: 6 lbs salt
• Week 38: 20 lbs sugar
• Week 39: 8 cans tomato soup
• Week 40: 50 lbs wheat
• Week 41: 5 cans cream of chicken soup
• Week 42: 20 lbs sugar
• Week 43: 1 bottle 500 multi-vitamins
• Week 44: 8 cans tuna
• Week 45: 50 lbs wheat
• Week 46: 6 lbs macaroni
• Week 47: 20 lbs sugar
• Week 48: 5 cans cream of mushroom soup
• Week 49: 5 lbs honey
• Week 50: 20 lbs sugar
• Week 51: 8 cans tomato soup
• Week 52: 50 lbs wheat

He also mentions that some weeks you will have leftover change. Instead of spending it, put aside the change each week to be used for the weeks you may need more than $5 (like for wheat, milk, etc). Also be sure to lookout for sales. This way you can jump ahead and cross items off the list where there are great bargains.
After you have completed this list, you will end up with:

• 500 lbs of wheat
• 180 lbs of sugar
• 40 lbs of powdered milk
• 12 lbs of salt
• 10 lbs of honey
• 5 lbs of peanut butter
• 45 cans of tomato soup
• 15 cans of cream of mushroom soup
• 15 cans of cream of chicken soup
• 24 cans of tuna
• 21 boxes of macaroni & cheese
• 500 aspirin
• 1000 multi-vitamins
• 6 lbs of yeast
• 6 lbs of shortening
• 12 lbs of macaroni

Building your Ark * Lesson 10: Noah Ate and Cleaned.

Lesson 10: Noah Ate 

Presented by Debbie Kent

Noah, his family ate the food they stored, the question is was it cooked or raw?

“One thing to consider is how you are going to cook your food. We quickly found that eating cold food out of a can was quite unappetizing, even if you are hungry. We were under a fire ban, so building a fire wasn’t an option. I highly recommend learning ways to cook without electricity and storing needed supplies”. Jessica J. (yourfamilyark.com)


Level One: No cooking just open and eat foods; can opener, utensils, knife.

Level Two: Camping/Rocket stove; bowl/ cup; pot w/lid; skillet; mixing bowls; whisk; stirring spoon; plates; spatula; strainer; 3-can openers; matches

Level Three: Ice box cooker; Applebox oven; pots and pans; grinder; asst. pans, canning jars

Level Four: Solar Oven; bowls; baking pans; large pots; pressure canner; electric grinder; etc

and Cleaned.

The biggest cause of death from the devastating Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004 that initially killed over 230,000 occurred AFTER the wave hit. These deaths were caused by the lack of clean water and poor sanitation practices in the weeks and months following the event, which led to disease and death. During times of emergency it is critical that sanitation be strictly observed in the cleaning of clothing, bedding materials, and all kitchen and food preparation utensils. Typhoid fever, amoebic dysentery, diarrhea, infectious hepatitis, salmonella and Guardia are diseases that spread rapidly in times of emergency and threaten all, yet are these all diseases that can easily be controlled by simply following the rules of good sanitation. (See Level Lists or WaSH class for further details)

Level One: Bucket; toilet paper: tampons; soaps; bleach; plunger; trash bags; sponge, towels

Level Two: Portable Toilet; trash bags; TP; soaps; laundry soap; clothesline; broom, towels

Level Three: Washboard & tub; clothes pins; shampoo; razors; paper towels; lime, scissors, etc.

Level Four: Toilet Seat; no-Electric washer; wringer; rinse tub; solar shower; mouthwash

Building your Ark * Lesson 9: Noah Had Shelter

Lesson 9: Noah Had Shelter

"For many years the leaders of the Mormon Church have recommended that every family have on hand at least a year's supply of basic food, clothing, fuel (where possible) and provisions for shelter". -President Ezra Taft Benson

I find it interesting that shelter is often mentioned by the Brethren as a preparedness item. Many of us have camping gear, do we think of that as part of our preparedness supplies? For those of you who don’t have camping gear, did you think about the importance of it? What if your home was not safe to live in? What if we had to relocate because our area was not safe to stay in. Do you have a shelter that would stand up to wind, rain or even snow to keep you protected from the elements and offer you some privacy?

Level 1: A space/ emergency or regular blanket for your 72+ hour kit, trash bag or poncho

Level 2: A GOOD sleeping bag (0° or lower) , tarp or plastic sheeting.

Level 3: A ground pad for comfort and insulation, wool blanket, good 3-4 season tent.

Level 4: Cot, backpack, shower/bathroom, cooking tent, table, chairs, tarps, parachute cord

Building your Ark * Lesson 8: Noah had Clothing

Lesson 8: Noah had Clothing

Clothing is our own personal shelter. Think about it, if there is an earthquake or fire in the middle of the night, and you have to evacuate, you may have nothing but the clothes on your back. Will they be enough to protect you from winds, rain, snow or even severe heat until you can find or erect another shelter. When your body temperature drops to 96° hypothermia sets in. At that time your body and brain function at a slower rate. And what about you commuters, do you have comfortable clothes and shoes stored that you could change into if you needed to walk home? And what about future needs? Do you have clothes for growing children? Do you have supplies to mend and sew?

“Concerning clothing, we should anticipate future needs, such as extra work clothes and clothes that would supply warmth during winter months when there may be shortages or lack of heating fuel. Leather and bolts of cloth could be stored, particularly for families with younger children who will outgrow and perhaps outwear their present clothes. “The day will come, when, as we have been told, we shall all see the necessity of making our own shoes and clothing and raising our own food. …” (Discourses of Wilford Woodruff, p. 166.)

Level One: (72 hour kit) 1 change of clothes; underwear; socks; shoes; a light jacket; work gloves and a bandana.

Level Two: 3 more changes of clothes, underwear and socks; sturdy shoes; a hat, some warm gloves, and heavier coat; pajamas, bathing suit.

Level Three: Warm Clothes (clothes that would protect you from the elements if you weren’t in a warm house); warm coat, hat, gloves, socks; and rain gear.

Level Four: Extra clothes; bigger clothes for growing children; work clothes; bolts of material and sewing supplies; 1-2 extra pairs of sturdy, comfortable shoes.