Chief on the survivalist list is shelter, food and a source of thoroughly clean water. One needs at least a month or two's supply of food for each family member because you never know how long you may have to stay trapped in your house. Food and water storage equipment is a vital necessity. This plus some indispensable first aid equipment will be to your benefit. Unexpected emergency preparedness supplies are essential for survival.

What food are you going to eat? You'll need a rifle or shotgun and a handgun will not hurt. Also you'll need to acquire a bow and a good supply of arrows and arrowheads just in case the electricity doesn't get turned on for years. Acquiring marksman skills will help as well.

According to the state in which you live, you should start out by contacting the government office and get a weapons permit. Keep in mind that every state has different regulations which govern the decisions as to whether someone can legally own a handgun, rifle or shotgun. Again, your local police department will show you in the right path.

If you are going to purchase large amounts of ammo, it may be prudent to buy them with cash so as to leave no smoking gun to alarm authorities. Also, never buy any tremendous amount of ammo at one time from the same store.

Psychological testing show that 90% of people will steal if they feel they have a perceived need and can justify their behavior and feel they can go safely unexposed. This means anything of value you possess can be a lure to those without what they need under severe circumstances. You should hide your supplies in places that are extremely difficult for others to locate. Get emergency food supplies and keep them is a safe location

If you are forced out of your shelter and need to live on the road for months, you'll need good shoes, clothes and basic supplies. Those who travel light, travel the farthest. You may need to leave fast in order to escape violence. When the food supplies in the Eastern cities dry up, mobs of gangs will descend on even the peaceful Amish and wreck havoc.

The government will be powerless and atrocities will be committed by both sides. Armed gangs as well as collateral damage to civilians will result. Make the effort to have a survival pack for you and your family for a disaster contingency.