DIY is one way to get survival materials, supplies and equipment you otherwise would have to buy.

Here is a short list of stuff anyone can make at home!

Soap – Soap is something every prepper should learn how to make. Hygiene will be even more important during a long-term disaster where sanitation is on the decline, diseases are on the rise, and doctors are unavailable.

Antibiotic Wound Cream – Being able to dress wounds properly is essential in any survival situation, and having an easy-to-make recipe on hand will keep you from having to scavenge for antibiotic ointment.

Poultice – You’ll want to have some sort of substance to ease your pain and bring the inflammation down when you suffer wounds and injuries, and poultice is an herbal solution you can forage for and find in many different areas.

Candles – For anyone surviving without electricity (or with limited access to it), candles are quite beneficial as a source of light, heat, and as a bug repellent.

Charcoal – If you learn to make your own charcoal, you can keep grilling out no matter how long it takes for grocery stores to get charcoal back in stock. It’s actually easier than you might think, it just takes a little time.

Char Cloth – Char cloth is a very useful material to help you in the fire-starting process, giving you excellent tinder that will light instantly in many different conditions.

Fire Starter – Having a tried and true fire starter can be the difference between life and death in a survival scenario. Having a good fire starter will make it far easier to get a fire going.

Waterproof Matches – Waterproof matches are exceedingly useful for anyone spending time outdoors and starting their own fires, as they can be used even in wet and cold weather.

Rocket Stove – A rocket stove is easy to make and can do wonders for your survival cooking, allowing you to bridge the gap between proper kitchen cooking and roughing it over a campfire without any cooking utensils.

Water Filter – Having drinkable water is one of the basic essentials for human survival. Knowing how to make your own water filter can save your life in a survival situation.

Hard Tack – This simple snack only has three ingredients (flour, salt, and water), and it’s very easy to make. Plus, it will last for years.

Emergency Bread – This is a recipe for a simple flat bread that is surprisingly filling. You can make ordinary sandwiches with it, or you can use it as a tortilla to make wraps, burritos, or whatever you want.

You can spend a small fortune buying survival materials, supplies and equipment as it is advertised on survival shows, videos, and websites.

Most of us, however, do not have a small fortune socked away, waiting for us to use it.

To learn more DIY survival items you can make yourself, please visit the Urban Survival Site.

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