Michael McGrath's Page

The primary, over-arching message that the Lord has planted deep into my heart is to help prepare the Church for these end times that we are living in. Whether in the Spirit or in the natural, I think we can all agree that there are a number of changes that could be made in order to be better prepared for what is coming our way. If I can convey that to my brothers and sisters, then I will be content having carried out my life's mission. God Bless... Mike McGrath

I have had a lot of people ask me this very question. Recognizing that most of us won't be sitting in our living rooms, inside a fully loaded and stocked house when things go from bad to crisis...

Think mobile... Mobile meaning in the car or on foot (other possibilities are on a bike, motorcycle, boat, etc...) with the intention of getting back home, or to someone Else's home or location that you think will provide you with all the comforts of home while you ride out the storm.

Here is what I do: in the Suburban - yes I own a big, gas-hogging, 4x4 Suburban - sorry green people... ;)

I keep plenty of food and water in the Suburban at all times; rotating as often as I can to keep fresh stock. Its a habit people, develop these habits and they may save your lives. If necessary, I figure I can go about 2 weeks with what I have in the Suburban. The items are high calorie, special grade items that I know will carry me. I also have blankets, tools, weapons, lighting, A/C converter, medical items, of course my backpack in case I have to go totally mobile, on foot - hiking boots, extra socks and underwear, rain gear, fire starting and cooking gear, camping gear, some fun games for kids, communication equipment. I've modified the Suburban a bit with dual batteries, high amp alternator and solar panel or two with an on board air compressor wired into the ole burban; a few spare parts to keep her running and some other modifications that will allow me to pass through very deep water or snow...

For my backpack - the basics - purchased at www.preparemenow.org

1. Backpack w/Orange Cover
2. First Aid Kit with Manual
3. Petroleum Jelly
4. N95 Face Masks
5. Leather Gloves
6. Space Blankets
7. Emergency Whistles
8. Bio-wipe Toilet Paper
9. FireSteel Fire Starter
10. Hand crank AM/FM/NOAA Weather Radio with Flashlight and Cell Phone Charger
11. Hygiene Kits
12. 3 Day Food Rations
13. 3 Day Water Rations
14. Folding Shovel
15. Super Mini Can Opener
16. Notepad, Pencil, Playing Cards along with:
17. Fire Gel
18. Extra Food Snacks
19. Ammunition for Weapons
20. Iodine Tabs for Pure Water
21. Military Canteen - with Metal Bottom
22. Machete
23. Head Lighting
24. Rechargeable Batteries
25. Marine Corps Bayonet
26. Salt, Pepper, and other Spices to make those squirrels and rabbits taste good... ;)
27. Fine Wire for traps and other sensing devices - also good for fishing

Thought I'd throw this information out there - its good, proven and useful. If you don't want to hunt all over the Internet or your local outdoor store for the right stuff within reasonable prices - don't forget that shipping costs will kill you if shopping for all this stuff all over the Internet - drop the $219.00 to purchase the basic kit from me at my www.preparemenow.org website and then upgrade it with your own personal items - don't forget prescription meds, important papers like ID, etc and then you'll have a righteous backpack that will keep you alive JUST IN CASE - knowadamean...? ;)

Take Care - comment with any questions - we are here to help you get ready - I've done all the hard work, tap my knowledge and buy my backpacks - you can trust them and me... MM