What’s the One Prep You’d Never Skip?

[TeaTimeTalisman]

No matter how much gear I stash away, I never skip water purification. Doesn’t matter how well-stocked the pantry is, clean water is non-negotiable. I always keep multiple ways to purify water—filters, iodine, boiling setups, even a few DIY charcoal setups for backup. The way weather’s been changing, you just can’t count on your regular source staying safe.

Curious what item or skill folks here refuse to go without, no matter what stage

 

[CrimsonWren145]

Doesn’t matter how well-stocked the pantry is, clean water is non-negotiable. I always keep multiple ways to purify water—filters, iodine, boiling setups, even a few DIY charcoal setups for backup.

Absolutely right about water being the main priority. I’ve seen folks spend thousands on food storage and leave water to a single filter or some bottled jugs—just doesn’t add up. Backup methods like iodine or those DIY charcoal setups you mentioned can save your skin if your main gear fails or gets lost. I teach my workshop folks to always keep at least three separate ways to purify, and to actually try each method before an emergency hits. One little snag: have you found iodine leaves a