Prepping With KSG

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We've moved from northwest Indiana to south central Kentucky and have finally got our new place functioning. Catch up with with us here let us know what subjects you're interested in! Self-Reliance Document Library on MeWe! https://mewe.com/join/k-s-g KSG - Knowledge, Skills & Gear on Telegram Here: https://t.me/ReadyKSG

This is the old version; here is the new one (same knife, different scales). https://www.buckknives.com/product/346-vantage-avid-large-knife/0345FAM01/

Brief look at GMRS as an option for communication

His and Hers EDC - the bare minimum. Every Day Carry is the foundation of any get home bag or bug out bag gear - it all starts with what is in your hands. This is the first step in readiness, but what should you carry? Rather than tell you what brands and types, we'll show you what we carry and go into a little bit of why - this is the first step, and it's easier than you may think! Self-Reliance Document Library on MeWe! https://mewe.com/join/k-s-g KSG - Knowledge, Skills & Gear on Telegram Here: https://t.me/ReadyKSG

Do it yourself (DIY) dehydrated meals leave you in control of nutrition and can help cut the cost of your emergency or camping food storage dramatically. We did this with common canned chili, but this process can work for just about any meal. Bonus - an impromptu test of your packable camp kitchen used indoors - instant emergency kitchen! This simple DIY project really opens the door to more variety and lower cost for all your food storage needs! Self-Reliance Document Library on MeWe! https://mewe.com/join/k-s-g KSG - Knowledge, Skills & Gear on Telegram Here: https://t.me/ReadyKSG

Lightweight, packable options for your cook kit! Whether you need to pack light or have a ready to go option, this video has you covered. Trail tested, multi-fuel capable cook kits perfect for backpacking, emergencies and bug out/go bags. The perfect simple addition to any 72 hour kit and beyond. The 750 ml pot with lid: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DRPK986/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 The Take Down Debris Stove: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QF6MJPL/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 DIY Hobo Stove (not Ikea) drainer (5"): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0923MT41Q/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B0923MT41Q&pd_rd_w=Bf4mt&pf_rd_p=0c758152-61cd-452f-97a6-17f070f654b8&pd_rd_wg=XS9gq&pf_rd_r=S99YJ3MK04SVSFDN6FHM&pd_rd_r=ba5bafaf-0dd3-4e6e-9112-44e5356b810c&s=kitchen&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExUTdVWERJWFJNUzVKJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDQ2NDUxRENERU1EQkVDUkpFJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA3MzEyMDgzRVc4WVE4Uk9VRTQ3JndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ== Self-Reliance Document Library on MeWe! https://mewe.com/join/k-s-g KSG - Knowledge, Skills & Gear on Telegram Here: https://t.me/ReadyKSG

Cooking is a skill that is well worth mastering - so is cooking from your prepper's pantry/emergency food storage! Knowing how to make nutritious and tasty meals with your long term/emergency food storage is a terrific way to level up your readiness game! Knowing how to use your freeze dried food supply will help you keep the stress level down during any emergency. Powdered Eggs: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087HBG615?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details Sausage Crumbles: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BN74MLX?ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details&th=1 Powdered Butter: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DC5ZKQE?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details Self-Reliance Document Library on MeWe! https://mewe.com/join/k-s-g KSG - Knowledge, Skills & Gear on Telegram Here: https://t.me/ReadyKSG

Building a get home bag or bug out bag is all about balance - check out this video for some tips and overview of contents that you an apply to your own get home bag. The KSG approach to gear is layered - this bag compliments your every day carry (edc) and enhances your abilities to stay out longer and make your back home in the event of an emergency. These principles will help you build the framework for your own set up - you can scale the tools up if practical for even more capability! KSG's Water Purification Cheat Sheet - Download Here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uO1XcUP7D8tw4iWydn_m1f2JLV0aQ6My/view?usp=sharing Self-Reliance Document Library on MeWe! https://mewe.com/join/k-s-g KSG - Knowledge, Skills & Gear on Telegram Here: https://t.me/ReadyKSG

How To Make KSG's Reusable Candle! Reusable candle in a tin - tons of uses, costs next to nothing to make!

Having emergency food storage is good; being able to use it in your every day diet is better and baking fresh goods with it is the best! Join us in making some simple and satisfying strawberry muffins using only long - term shelf stable foods! It's easier than you think! Strawberries: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008945XB0?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details Powdered Butter: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DC5ZKQE?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details Self-Reliance Document Library on MeWe! https://mewe.com/join/k-s-g KSG - Knowledge, Skills & Gear on Telegram Here: https://t.me/ReadyKSG

Using freeze dried butter doesn't have to be weird! This emergency food staple should be in your pantry - it tastes and cooks similar to the butter you know and love already. With one easy trick, you not only get spreadable butter; you get a free workout too! This is one food you need in your long term or emergency food storage - check it out! Here's a link to the butter from the video: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DC5ZKQE?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details Self-Reliance Document Library on MeWe! https://mewe.com/join/k-s-g KSG - Knowledge, Skills & Gear on Telegram Here: https://t.me/ReadyKSG

A very simple way to sharpen any knife, even if you don't have a whetstone or other sharpener! Get a sharp, consistent working edge in minutes - it's not about the gear, it's about the technique! Keeping your edge has never been easier! Self-Reliance Document Library on MeWe! https://mewe.com/join/k-s-g KSG - Knowledge, Skills & Gear on Telegram Here: https://t.me/ReadyKSG

What's the best way to pack calories for your hike, camping trip, get home bag or bug out bag? Do you need to add 'grab and go' food to your long term food storage plan? Most people who want to pack significant calories in a small space usually pick either a pouch style meal or an MRE. Let's get some good MRE info and some good backpacker meal info and compare! How do they stack up? Let's find out! This video is a bit longer as there is a lot of nutritional information to put out! **These are both products we purchased - we are not sponsored nor did we receive anything in exchange for this review - we're way too small for that anyway!** KSG - Knowledge, Skills & Gear on Telegram Here: https://t.me/ReadyKSG https://4patriots.com/collections/food https://www.amazon.com/Ready-Genuine-Military-Surplus-Assorted/dp/B07R4PXBQ7/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2S8FHHI1GBZQB&keywords=wornick+mre&qid=1642536047&sprefix=wornick+mre%2Caps%2C71&sr=8-3

Emergencies happen - build the perfect kit to smooth any emergency when others are roughing it! Control you core temp, have light, fire warmth and dry place to wait it out - or simply change your tire without ruining your dress clothes! All in a lightweight kit perfect for back to school kits, emergency road side kits, bug out bags, get home bags or just to have along on your day hike in case you get stuck due to weather! KSG - Knowledge, Skills & Gear on Telegram Here: https://t.me/ReadyKSG

The importance of having long term emergency food can't be overstated. Being able to enjoy that food is also very important! 4Patriots Creamy Rice and Vegetables (and many more varieties) are the same kind of just add boiling water meals as Mountain House, etc - but how good is it? Is it a good long term food for your emergency food storage, backpacking, bug out bags and get home bags? How is nutritionally? We bought some about a year ago (this is food storage; we purchased this ourselves!) and have finally done a taste test - check it out! **This is a product we purchased - we are not sponsored nor did we receive anything in exchange for this review - we're way too small for that anyway!** KSG - Knowledge, Skills & Gear on Telegram Here: https://t.me/ReadyKSG https://4patriots.com/collections/food

Build your own legendary edc fire kit! Perfect for bush craft, camping, every day carry and survival, this fire kit has it all! Bringing together high value classic parts and a couple of pieces you may now know about to make the ultimate emergency fire kit - perfect addition to go bags, get home bags and bug out bags! Amazon does not have any of the strike anywhere matches from this video listed; here is the link to Ace Hardware (where I bought them) - make sure you check with your local merchants! https://www.acehardware.com/departments/heating-and-cooling/fireplaces/fireplace-matches/4397394 KSG - Knowledge, Skills & Gear on Telegram Here: https://t.me/ReadyKSG

Level up your food storage by adding long term shelf stable foods! There is more to this than just buying some MRE's or freeze dried foods to toss on a shelf. Long Term Food Storage is a system - how to store it, what's available and how to use it. This video is an introduction into what we purchase and why, how we store it and how we incorporate in our diets (as well as keep it in rotation). KSG - Knowledge, Skills & Gear on Telegram Here: https://t.me/ReadyKSG Tractor Supply 5 Gallon Buckets: https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/tractor-supply-co-pail-5-gal?cm_vc=-10005 Tractor Supply Bucket Lids (Gamma Lids Available Too) https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/fortiflex-5-gallon-bucket-lid Amazon 2 Gallon Buckets and Lids: https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/fortiflex-5-gallon-bucket-lid

A Video Response to one of our subscribers; is the Magnesium Fire Starter from Harbor Freight worth buying? Find out with us in this real time review and test video (complete with heckling by some nearby crows). Thank you for the suggestion! Bonus - another inexpensive tinder you probably already own. Did this video meet your expectations? Is there more you'd like to see? Let us know in the comments; this video is the result of a comment we received (and greatly appreciate)! Here is the link to the block (right to Harbor Freight; not an affiliate): https://www.harborfreight.com/magnesium-fire-starter-66560.html

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