Bunker Stockpile Essentials
Pantry Supplies
Food Storage: For non-refrigerated bunkers, prioritize non-perishable items:
– Grains: Bulk dried beans (pinto, black, kidney, black-eyed peas), long-grain rice, flour, wheat, oatmeal, cornmeal.
– Fruits/Vegetables: Dehydrated, freeze-dried, or canned options (e.g., canned fruits, vegetables).
– Meats: Canned options like spam, ham, beef stew. Rotate by expiration date (oldest first).
– Snacks: Granola bars, protein bars, cereal bars.
– Dairy Alternatives: Powdered milk, condensed milk, evaporated milk.
– Beverages: 12-packs of soda, non-carbonated drinks, tea bags.
Water Storage: Minimum 3 gallons per person per day. For a family of four over six months: ~2,160 gallons.
Medical Room
Basic Supplies: Bandages (plastic, waterproof, gauze), OTC meds (acetaminophen, ibuprofen, allergy meds), prescription meds (asthma inhalers, heart meds), burn/itch creams, suture kits, casting materials.
Furniture: Cot or bunk bed, storage containers, camp stove for sterilization, lighting, stool.
Electronics: EKG monitor, blood pressure cuff, nebulizer (if needed for asthma).
Sleeping Areas
- Single cots or bunk beds.
- Bed sheets, thermal blankets, pillows, clock.
Bathroom
- Compact toilet/shower combo.
- Medicine cabinet for toiletries, camp toilet paper.
Living Space
- Comfortable seating (lounging chairs), card table, bookshelf with entertainment (books, TV, DVD player).
Kitchen
- Compact electric stove, flatware, paper plates, dish-cleaning system.
Weapons/Defense Room
- Firearms: Shotguns, .22 rifles, long-range rifles with scopes, handguns (.22, .357, .44).
- Ammunition: Year supply for all weapons.
- Backup weapons: Bows, slingshots, pellet guns.
- Ammo production supplies: Gunpowder, copper (advanced).
- Maintenance: Cleaning/repair kits.
- Surveillance: Cameras for perimeter security.
Note: Only include weapons you can competently use. Prioritize practicality over novelty.