Printable Price Sheet for 3 month food storage (pantry)

All of these links are of the exact same information. They are merely different so that hopefully one is compatible with you and your computer. :)

http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=ta3gsMdzoY4qkJr6tR0kq8A&output=html

Sneak peak of above link.


As pdf:
http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=ta3gsMdzoY4qkJr6tR0kq8A&output=pdf

As excel file (slight adjustment needed in column widths...):
http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=ta3gsMdzoY4qkJr6tR0kq8A&output=xls

About the 3 Month Price sheet

Alter it to fit you!

The bulk of the foods included in your 3 month storage should be those that can keep at room temperature and that can make meals that your family can live off of if nothing else if available.

Items should be bought frugally, used and restocked on a regular basis.

Buy when on sale in large amounts when ever possible to give you more power over the dollar. If you know what a "good enough" price is AND what a "great deal" price is then you are already winning!! :)

The prices and items are just to give you a start, please update them or change them as needed.

Organize your pantry for efficiency. It doesn't have to stay in perfect rows, but at least aim for groups so that all the beans are together and such. This way you'll be more aware of what you possess (and can put the newest in the back.)

Water Storage

As humans, and doubly, as desert dwellers dependent on plumbing, we need to plan ahead concerning water. Simple storage in the home is recommended:
http://www.providentliving.org/content/list/0,11664,7446-1,00.html

Read the above link as well as the links it will take you to. My only amendments would be to use a "food grade" bleach, (possibly NSF certified).
And as mentioned, to choose the plastic type carefully, see link for more info:
http://www.ewg.org/healthy-home-tips-04

In addition to the small storage, I believe it would be prudent to maintain a larger store of water.

We are planning a bulk order of 55 Gal Water Barrels and other containers.
Most likely from Sun West Containers. Their website lists their products. I have a price list that I can email upon request. santan2can AT gmail.com

(If you are looking for an additional bucket (screw on lid) options for 3-6 month food storage, but cheaper than the gamma lids, then check out Food wise in Gilbert as a competitive option.)

Is any one out there with the skill to build sturdy wooden 'holders' for the water barrels? Such as a frame that puts one on top of another when stored horizontally? B

72 Hour Kits

This can be simple enough to do in less than a week. Do it soon.

A more complex list, at least give it a read, can be found in the side margin of the blog RUGetting Prepared, titled the Cadillac of72 hour kits.

Here's a basic outline. (Food suggestions to come at later date.)

• Backpack for every two family members (always plan for individuals or at least buddy system for if separated :| )
• Food (high protein calories preferred for less to carry = remember 72 Hours!)
• Water + water treatment (filter and/or iodine/bleach/silver)
• First Aid Kit (incl meds.)
• Basic Survival (matches, can opener, think boy scouts)
• Basic change of clothes
• Important personal and family documents etc on jump drive (or equivalent quick grab; including important phone numbers, insurance companies)

Every kit will have it's weakness depending on the variety of use - fire, evacuation, etc -
But something (especially water) is better than nothing.
Do your Best + Prayer, and you'll be blessed.

Update this kit every General Conference or other pivotal date every 6 months.