30-Day Prepper Plan Under $150

Prepared by Venerable Owl – Disaster Preparedness on a Budget

Week 1 – Water & Food Basics ($40)

• Day 1–3: Purchase two 5-gallon water containers ($15)
• Day 1–3: Buy unscented bleach or iodine tablets ($5)
• Day 4–7: Buy staple foods (rice, beans, oats, canned tuna, peanut butter) ($20)

Week 2 – Power, Light & Warmth ($35)

• Day 8–10: Buy LED flashlight ($5) and a pack of batteries ($5)
• Day 11–13: Get folding stove + fuel tabs or sterno cans ($15)
• Day 14: Buy emergency mylar blankets (4-pack) ($10)

Week 3 – First Aid & Tools ($40)

• Day 15–17: Build a basic first aid kit (bandages, antiseptic, gloves, etc.) ($15)
• Day 18–20: Purchase a budget multi-tool or knife ($10–15)
• Day 21: Make fire starters (matches, lighters, cotton + Vaseline) ($5–10)

Week 4 – Bug-Out Bag & Planning ($35)

• Day 22–25: Assemble a bug-out bag using existing backpack ($25)
• Day 26–28: Print documents, evacuation routes, and emergency contacts ($5)
• Day 29–30: Run a 24-hour emergency simulation and review gaps ($5)

Total Estimated Cost: $150

Stay prepared. Stay aware. — Venerable Owl