Be Prepared!

We are experiencing a taste of Spring, months before it normally arrives. Yesterday, as I stood outside the office, waiting for a cab, I turned to face the sun and just let its warmth seep through me. It was wonderful. This weekend the temperature is expected to climb above zero, an unusual occurence, but I'm ready for it. I'm also ready for any unexpected disruptions in my food supply. There are a number of ways to be prepared for the unplanned events that can disturb your normal routines. A little knowledge will go a long way and may save you from nibbling on dry crackers as you reach the bottom of your food cupboard.

One of the first steps you need to take is to gurantee your water supply. You can have a monutain of dried pasta, rice and beans but without water or a substitute liquid to cook it in, it'll be hard chewing.

You may want to consider stocking up on energy bars. They will provide you with the basic nutrition that you require and are easily stored. Get in the habit of keeping a pack or so in your car, just in case you run into an emergency situation and are away from home. It doesn't hurt to have a basic emergency preparedness kit in the trunk of your car, first aid items, blankest, food, water, at the least.

In past articles, I have discussed solar cooking and recommend you give this some thought. A solar cooker can that is readily transportable. Another handy item is a thermos. This,underestimated tool, can provide you with nourishing hot meals provided you plan ahead.

I also suggest that anyone who is planning to take emergency food preparation seriously, create an overall plan that includes rethinking how and what we call food.

Next week we'll look at unusual and suprising food sources.

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