My "C Rations"

[Josh Smith]

Hello,

I put together some food for camping, SHTF, TEOTWAWKI, whatever.

I copied as closely as I could off of descriptions I've heard of C rations, due to the fact that I really do not like MREs and really, really despise K rations (though to be fair, the K I had was fairly old and may have been a bit tainted).


This is the smaller size. Everything together has 800 calories, give or take.

I'm still working on selection. I believe there are two "entrees" right now. I'd like to add sausage and sauerkraut.


The contents of the small size...

The small size contains a main course, fruit or vegetable, a package of two hard granola bars that should keep for about forever, a pack of lemonade mix, a spoon, napkin, gum or candy, and matches.


First large one...


And the second.

In the large ones I have either chili or ravioli in large cans, a pound cake or two muffins and peanut butter, lemonade mix, coffee bags (no instant crap), a spoon and napkin, and toilet paper. Also included are matches and candles for light, cooking (poorly), and starting campfires. I still need to get fruits and veggies, and maybe some wet wipes. Nothing in there needs seasoned.

What do you think? Any other suggestions would be appreciated as well.

Josh <><

[melensdad]

I saw your post at FFF and actually answered it there, but for those not familiar with granola bars, some careful consideration should be taken. Some are the nutritional equivalent of a candy bar.

[flagtag]

How about some dryer lint to help start the fires?

[Josh Smith]

Flagtag,

Thanks. I actually have that in another pouch I made this last winter to carry in the truck.

My favorite fire starter though, are two cotton balls stored in 35mm film cannisters. You pack the cotton with petroleum jelly and sponge out the excess. It burns for a bit and is very compact.

Thanks,

Josh <><

[flagtag]

Another great idea! Thanks.
Always willing to learn more.

[Annie]

If those aren't all "pop top" types...
don't forget your can opener tool!

[obijohn]

this brings to mind one of the bits of info i recommend when asked about recommendations for preparedness is to make sure the foods you store are items that you and your family will eat. eventually, you'll eat anything, but in the short term...it would do little good for josh to store only mre's. he doesn't like them and likely wouldn't eat them in the short term.

you may consider some of the foods packaged in the retort pouches. long shelf life and much lighter than cans should you need to transport them.

[flagtag]

What have you provided for shelter? Foul weather?

[Josh Smith]

Shelter: I carry a dome tent, cot, and fishing poles 24/7/365 in my truck.

Foul weather: Genuine WWII army blanket (was Grandpa's) and serape, combined with how I usually dress - oilskin wide brimmed hat and such. Also carry a spare winter coat in the truck.

My parents have a travel trailer that I'd go to with them and use as a lifeboat if everything broke down.

Josh <><

[Josh Smith]

Originally Posted by Annie

If those aren't all "pop top" types...
don't forget your can opener tool!

On my Leatherman*!

Josh <><

*I know the Leatherman company's anti-gun rep. This thing is old, at least 10 years, and was a gift. I figure it has a lifetime warranty, so it'll cost them money to fix it, not me, just a bit less money they can give to The Brady Bunch. J.S.