Resource Guide Addendum

A curated list of reliable sources for the gear mentioned in this book.

Long-Term Food

• Augason Farms / Mountain House: Freeze-dried meals (Amazon, Walmart, Camping stores).
• LDS Home Storage Centers: Bulk wheat, beans, rice, and oats at very low prices. Open to the public.
• Azure Standard: Bulk organic grains and natural foods delivered to local drops.

Water Filtration

• Sawyer Products: Sawyer Squeeze, Mini (REI, Amazon).
• Berkey Filters: Gravity filters (Authorized dealers).
• Lifestraw: Personal filters.

Communications

• Baofeng: UV-5R radios (Amazon, Radioddity).
• Midland: GMRS and NOAA weather radios.
• ARRL.org: Information on Ham radio licensing and classes.

Seeds & Gardening

• Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds: Rare and heirloom varieties.
• Seed Savers Exchange: Dedicated to preserving heirloom genetics.
• Johnny's Selected Seeds: High-quality professional seeds.

Educational Resources

• NASAR (National Association for Search and Rescue): Training courses (SARTECH).
• NEWSAR (Northeast Wilderness Search and Rescue): Regional training and resources.
• Red Cross: First Aid and CPR certification.