Hello everyone, and welcome to the Survival Prep Shop.
My name is TK, and it’s my pleasure to welcome you to our shared exploration of preparedness and resilience. As we delve into today’s topic, please bear in mind that these words are a blend of my own thoughts and life lessons.
You’re going to be setting aside a lot of stuff when you’re planning the provisions for your future. Even if you’re one of the most organized people in the world, it can be so easy to lose track when you’re dealing with that many supplies. By preparing great quantities, you not only have food to keep track of, but also other essential supplies like medicine, hygiene items, first aid, protection gear, and animal needs.
It’s crucial to know where important documents, maps for evacuation, meeting places, or future shelters are documented. It’s not easy to keep track of all these items, but by using prepper inventory software, keeping track of everything won’t be a problem.
Not only does the software help you keep track of where things are, but it also helps you plan out your food storage by categorizing it into short-term and long-term. The software you can use will vary. You can implement a database system software for home use or utilize a home inventory program. There are programs specifically designed for preppers that are extremely handy. Some cooperative extensions offer a home inventory program free of charge, though availability may vary by state. Additionally, there are free inventory software downloads online and apps available for a very low cost.
Whatever the software you choose, ensure you have a page set up for each item or category you need to track. For example, the category of food should be broken into sections like fruits, grains, meats, dairy, etc. You would want an inventory page in the software for all animals, both pets and any livestock.
Besides food categories, ensure the software allows you to list essentials like auto, cleaning supplies, first aid, toiletries, and more. Some preppers create their own spreadsheets using programs like Excel, but most prefer software that comes pre-filled with categories.
Others have adapted home asset software—originally used for tracking valuables in crises like burglaries or fires—for their prepping needs. Whichever method or software you choose, it should enable you to list what you have, how much you have, what you need, where it is located, and the date it was stored.
Make sure that you print out your files and don’t just keep them online. Technology, while helpful, is never completely reliable on its own, and having a printed sheet each time you update your stores will help you maintain better control over your supplies.
It’s time to close this chapter, but I hope the lessons linger on. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned prepper, it’s always good to have various viewpoints. Thanks for letting me be one of yours.
Thanks again.
TK – Survival Prep Shop
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