Zombies, zombies, zombies… look about and you will find them permeating nearly every aspect of contemporary culture. I would honestly doubt a real Zombie invasion would provide so many sightings of our favorite shambling obsessions.
With that in mind, to find Zombies being exploited for any number of topics need nothing more than a cursory search. Survival tips are no exception.
BUDK is but one of many outfitter companies caught in the Zombie invasion. While their “tips” shown here might be an obvious ploy for sales, the ideas given are not entirely nonsense – be it wilderness treks or an urban blackout. Taken with a grain of water purifying iodine of course.
- Lifestraw Personal Water Filter – In any given disaster, water is an immediate and obvious need even the most sheltered suburbanite is aware of. Unfortunately procurement is not as forefront. Recommended storage of one gallon per day for each individual borders on impractical for many families. Purifying is the next best step, but even in the best of times it is a process the untrained would find rather enigmatic. A single step item that combines simplicity with compact storage is a great combination for busy families looking attempting preparations but unable or unwilling to devote a great deal of personal resources.
- Stormproof Matches – Another great item that satisfies a need most know of but few know about. The article makes a point to speak of durability, but the associated longevity might prove more important when an emergency kit long forgotten is suddenly forced out of mothballs.
- One Person Tent – Great for wilderness survival. For a family huddled around their NOAA radio, probably a nicety best left to more lavish budgets.
- Axe – I can’t see the value in the particular item advertised, but they aren’t wrong about the need for an axe or hatchet. Any outdoor or hardware supplier will have a more practical version on hand. But do make sure to get stainless steel.
- Bicycle – Can’t get them all right! Bicycles are fantastic, but for reasons outside the purview of disaster preparation. Sure, they’d have enormous value in a long-term situation, but bicycles won’t do anyone much good during those crucial aftermath hours.
Five tips, and three on the money? You could do worse learning how to stay alive from a writing about dead folks. Remember to take their (and my) advice in accordance with your own needs. Stay safe!