What’s Your Most Overlooked Prep Item?

GarnetDusk

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What’s Your Most Overlooked Prep Item?

Been thinking about the stuff that tends to slip through the cracks in our prep lists. We all talk food, water, shelter, the usual suspects. But every time I do a deep inventory, I realize I’ve overlooked something simple—like a manual can opener. Sounds basic, but try opening tins with a pocketknife after a long day and you’ll wish you’d packed two.

For me, another one that gets ignored is decent footwear. Boots wear down faster than I expect, especially if you’re on the move or
 
Totally agree about footwear. Bad shoes can turn a tough situation miserable real quick—blisters, wet feet, the works. One thing I keep noticing folks skip over is sturdy gardening gloves. They’re not just for digging in the dirt, either. So many tasks—collecting firewood, clearing paths, even grabbing prickly plants for a quick salad—go smoother if you keep your hands protected. I stash a few pairs cause they tend to disappear when you need them most.

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