The world will come to an end at some point. It's only that some people assume it will happen sooner rather than later. If the past year has taught us anything, it is that the global situation can deteriorate faster than you expect. Even if the end of the world isn't just around the horizon, with pandemics, natural disasters, and unstable economics, it may be prudent to prepare for the unexpected.
Yes, it may be time to recognize that the doomsday preppers we once dismissed as insane were actually ahead of the game. Perhaps you know a survivor. If you're scratching your head and wondering what to get the individual who believes everything will go wrong this Christmas, we've got some suggestions. From small water purifiers to crank radios and multi-purpose tools, these useful (some would say vital) presents might help someone in a survival emergency or launch a new planet. Let's get started on these wonderful Christmas gifts for preppers before time runs out.
1. Tactical Assault Backpack Presidio
A bugout bag in which to store their goods is essential equipment for a survivalist. This military-approved Presidio Tactical Assault Backpack is water-resistant and has a lifetime guarantee on materials and craftsmanship. That may be difficult to collect if the world turns upside down, but it's still nice to know...
2. Life Tent Go Time Gear Emergency Shelter
Many preparedness kits include a tent, but what sets this Go Time Gear Life Tent Emergency Shelter apart is that it shrinks up to approximately 3 x 5 inches. When the weather is bad, it will reflect heat back to the body and even has a 120-decibel emergency whistle. It's an ideal addition to any bug out bag.
3. Emergency Sleeping Bag Tact Bivvy 2.0
This sleeping bag is another lightweight but functional item that preppers like to keep on hand. It can fold up into the palm of your hand and stretches to 7 x 3 feet. The Tact Bivvy 2.0 Emergency Sleeping Bag also reflects heat back to the body, is water-resistant, tear-resistant, and available in bright orange to make survivors more visible in an emergency.
4. Wool Blanket EverOne
Expert preppers believe that a wool blanket is a must-have whether trying to remain warm outside or in your own home when no heat is available. This EverOne Wool Blanket military-style type is both breathable and toasty, plus it's also fire retardant, which is ideal for sitting around the campfire telling stories about the good old days.
5. Classic Blanket Heatsheets
In addition to a wool blanket, a smaller, lighter emergency blanket should be kept on hand in case of other emergencies. Heatsheets are preferred by many experts because they are constructed of recyclable, low-density polyethylene, which is more durable than Mylar. Furthermore, they can be worn silver side out in warm weather and silver side out in cold weather.
In other words, you're covered no matter what happens.
6. Document Fireproof Bag
Don't forget to include a location to save important documents. These fireproof document bags can withstand both fire and water, keeping them safe from anything Mother Nature has in store for you.
7. Hand Warmers HotHands
You're pretty much screwed if your hands are frozen. These HotHands babies, on the other hand, fit easily into a pocket or gloves and provide up to 10 hours of heat, because having all of your fingers is a real advantage while facing the end of civilization.
8. LuxoGear Lanyard Emergency Whistle
In extreme cases, you can scream for rescue for hours and still not be heard. As a result, an emergency whistle does not need to be sophisticated; it only needs to be loud. Luxogear's basic model has no moving parts that will break or freeze and comes with an adjustable, high-visibility rope.
Cammenga Official United States Military Tritium Lensatic Compass
It may be difficult to navigate with GPS if you do not have power. That is why every preparedness kit should have an easy-to-read compass. The waterproof, robust Cammenga compass should save you from becoming permanently lost in the woods.
10. UST StarFlash Micro Signal Mirror
This simple tool could save your life if you need to signal someone from a long distance. The StarFlash Micro Signal Mirror is ultralight but sturdy, and it operates in both cloudy and moonlight circumstances.
11. Personal Water Filter Lifestraw
This award-winning water filter is small enough to fit in your pocket but can filter 99.9% of bacteria, parasites, chemicals, and other impurities from up to 1,000 gallons of water. It also does not require batteries or replacement filters. This small yet powerful filter should be in every prepper's bag.
12. Big Berkey Gravity-Fed Water Filter
Of course, if you want to filter water on a wider scale, you'll need something bigger. The Big Berkey has a capacity of 2.25 gallons and can filter enough water for up to four persons per day. It also operates without the use of any energy, tools, or plumbing.
Bottom line: when you have drinking water, it's not the end of the world.
13. Basic Night Vision Goggles Rexing B1
If the world truly falls to hell in a handbasket, midnight scouting may be necessary. This Rexing monocular can view subjects (such as deer, people, and zombies) from 650 feet away and also functions as a digital camera. You'll never be able to say you didn't see this one coming.
14. Headlamp Black Diamond Spot 350
Aside from a torch, every survivalist should have a headlamp for when they need to work hands-free in the dark. That way, they can dig, hammer, or shoot without being hindered. It also makes it much easier to go to the bathroom in the middle of the dark woods.
15. MPOWERD Luci Outdoor 2.0: Solar Inflatable Light
When you live off the grid, having a solar-powered lamp will be essential. This inflatable light has a 24-hour battery life, is waterproof, shatterproof, and even floats. And, assuming the sun does not go out, it is a renewable supply of energy for the prepper in your life.
16. Leatherman Supertool 300
When it comes to multitools, Leatherman appears to be the go-to pick among preppers. This stainless steel workhorse comes with 19 different tools, including a knife, saw, wire cutter, can opener, and much more. Oh, and don't forget the bottle opener for those brave enough to grab a six-pack on their way out of Dodge.
17. THE MUNCHER Titanium Multi Utensil
Yes, forks are still needed in emergencies, but few work as well as this one. Full Windsor's ingenious multitool acts as a spork, serrated butter knife, can opener, peeler, pry-bar, box cutter, and more.
This survival gear will see you through the end of the world and beyond because it is composed of titanium.
18. YeaCool Backpacking Trowel
A lightweight shovel is always useful when you're lost outdoors. This Yeacool model also acts as a saw, ruler, hex wrench, paracord cutter, and nail extractor. Not to mention it's useful when nature calls and you don't have access to a restroom. That's all there is to say about this survival equipment.
19. SOG Tomahawk Tactical Axe
The SOG Tomahawk Tactical Axe is only an axe, but it's a robust yet lightweight instrument for cutting wood, hunting, or hurling at aggressors if the circumstance calls for it (and you've perfected your axe throwing talents).
20. First-Aid Kit Ultimate Compact Grab N Go
Most serious doomsday preppers design their own first aid survival packs to address major and small catastrophes as well as catastrophic injuries. Still, it's convenient for them to have a pre-packaged kit that they can simply take and go.
21. Hand-Crank Radio
Even in the worst-case scenario, someone will be broadcasting. That is why any smart prepper should have a short-wave radio capable of receiving news from all across the world. This popular model, which contains an LED reading lamp, flashlight, and SOS beacon, may be charged by hand crank, solar panel, or batteries.
22. NOCO Boost Car Battery Booster Pack
In a serious emergency, there may not be anyone around to give your car a jump start. However, this lithium battery will give you 40 jumps on a single charge. The best aspect is that it also functions as a portable power bank, capable of charging cell phones, tablets, and other gadgets.
It also functions as an LED flashlight. All of this, plus no AAA membership price.
23. BigBlue 28W Solar Charger with Digital Ammeter
However, there is much to be said for simplicity. While living off the grid, this straight-up solar power bank will provide you with enough electricity to run your phone, tablet, or other USB devices. And if you don't have mobile service, you can always amuse yourself by snapping apocalypse selfies.
24. Wise Company Emergency Food Variety Pack
Any good prepper will keep food on hand in case of need. However, the good news is that they can never have too much! This Wise Company box has 104 servings of breakfast, lunch, dinner, fruits, veggies, and snacks.
It also has a 25-year shelf life. After that, it's like arranging dinner reservations months ahead of time.
25. Family Sown Survival Seeds
If the world's situation worsens, people will have to raise their own food. This survival seeds pack includes 34 distinct heirloom types of non-GMO seeds to offer a balanced diet, as well as a resealable bag to keep them safe.
26. All American Sun Oven
If you're going to be living in harsh conditions for an extended period of time, you'll need a way to cook food and heat water. The Sun Oven is powered by solar energy and can reach temperatures ranging from 360 to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Anyone for a post-apocalyptic blueberry muffin?
27. Camp Stove 2+
Doomsday preppers are usually looking for multitasking gear. This award-winning stove can not only cook food using sticks, wood, or pellets, but it can also convert fire into electricity that can be used to charge lights, phones, and other devices. All of this in a package the size of a 32oz water bottle.
What's not to love about a prepper?
28. Swiss Safe 5-in-1 Fire Starter with Compass
Isn't it true that you can't ignite a fire without a spark? That is why every survivalist should have a source of light that can be used even in the rain, snow, or wind. This fire starter has a lifespan of over 16,000 uses and also functions as a whistle, compass, and paracord.
That is definitely something a survivalist can be excited about.
29. Wilderness Survival Playing Cards
When you're not avoiding immediate disasters, the end of the world can become tedious. These playing cards will delight you while also providing important survival lessons. It's a game where your life could be at stake.
30. The Bushcraft Boxed Set
However, if the problem is that critical, some extensive research may be required. These Dave Canterbury books are survivalist classics that cover topics such as trapping, cooking, first aid, and much more. These books are great page-turners for prepping for anyone who wants to save their hide and come apocalypse, and you will learn everything you need to know about food storage and more.
31. Water Filtration System
Water filters are one of the most highly recommended survival equipment. Except for a large family desktop water filter, most of them are personal devices that can be carried in a survival kit or bug out bag and take up very little room.
When you find a natural water supply, you don't have to worry about bacteria or disease because filters do the job of sterilizing and keeping that water clean, filtered, and safe to drink.
All serve a purpose, albeit in slightly different ways. Check out this post for a detailed and comprehensive evaluation of the best-selling water filters on the market to choose which one will best fit your needs.
In brief, the Water Filtration System is the most useful water filter I've seen in a survival environment, and it's the most popular Christmas survivalist present. Why? It attaches to whatever bottle I have and can also be attached to the Camelbak water bladder.
32. Firestarter Rods
Nothing beats these; they're small, really functional, and a best-selling outdoor item. What exactly are they? Simple, one rod is ferrocerium and the other is a metal striker. When they are struck together, they produce sparks powerful enough to ignite a ball or mound of tinder. There you have it, a fire.
This particular fire starter is part of a collection of gear created by Gerber and survival expert Bear Grylls. If you are in a wet climate, the ferro set comes with a compact container that keeps the equipment watertight and offers space for you to hold dry tinder. The bundle also includes an emergency whistle, a survival pocket book, and instructions for a land-to-air rescue with SOS.
33. Emergency Food Rations
The nice thing about these emergency food rations is that if you fail to offer them as a present for any occasion, you can always give them the following year or the year after. These products, in reality, have a five-year shelf life. The SOS Food Labs team has been distributing these emergency food rations in disasters and other afflicted places for some time, mostly because the food lasts a long time, is compact, inexpensive, and contains a massive 3600 calories in one bar. Each pack has nine bars, each containing 410 calories.
The bars themselves are not thirst-inducing, as is common with certain dehydrated survival foods, and the taste is excellent. The texture is similar to a cracker, while the flavor is similar to a light cinnamon or coconut cookie. A survivalist unwrapping them on Christmas will almost certainly take a bite and distribute it around as part of the pleasure. On the other hand, keeping these in the car or a household emergency supply is a wonderful method to guarantee you have some backup food.
34. Hausbell 7W Flashlight
The Hausbell Mini LED Flashlight is a force to be reckoned with, especially considering the price of a two-pack flashlight in the $10 area. This little flashlight (just over 9cm in length) packs a very brilliant 300 lumens and has three distinct settings. It's a water-resistant adjustable light that can be zoomed in or out depending on your needs. It works on a single AA battery and lasts a long time, so it's not an energy hog like some other high brightness tiny lights.
35. Personal Car Emergency Kit
This is a popular roadside preparedness kit developed expressly for keeping in the car for when awful things happen. This kit is intended to prepare you for any crisis or incident that may occur, as well as to ensure that you have the necessary supplies to manage the situation.
This bag contains a rope, a safety vest, tools, jumper cables, a screwdriver, a flashlight, a first aid kit, and other items. The bag's 40+ components are packed in a clear, waterproof pouch large enough to fit into the back of a car seat and stay there until needed. It's essentially a bug out disaster-proof bag made to sit in the car for when you need to get away quickly.
36. Solar Hand Crank Radio & Phone Charger
A hand crank radio is a highly recommended disaster and emergency service agency preparedness equipment for a variety of reasons. You don't need electricity to use it, and you can receive crucial notifications for your area when a calamity occurs or the power goes out.
That's what many simple hand crank radios do, but this one is a little more convenient because it incorporates a phone charger and solar power charging system inside the hand crank radio, making it twice as effective. These are unquestionably a hit, and if a survivalist or prepper doesn't already have one, they're an excellent addition to the prepper gift set.
37. Thermal Blankets
Because of their versatility, thermal blankets are an easy addition to any survivalist outfit. They are frequently used by first responders to wrap around someone who has been engaged in an incident and may be suffering from shock. They are also used by marathon runners and competitive sports players to prevent the body from abruptly becoming chilly.
They function in a variety of ways, including trapping heat under the blanket to keep the body warm, acting as a shade, and serving as a signaling mechanism for persons who may become lost in the wilderness.
38. Compressed Toilet Paper Tablets
If you're looking for Christmas gift ideas for a significant other, family member, or friend, you're probably thinking why anyone would want compressed toilet paper pills. We've created a complete post about how to utilize these, which cover things like lighting a fire, using hygiene wipes, healing wounds, and, of course, carrying toilet paper.
They're also really cool to watch in action. Simply apply a few drops to something little larger than a headache tablet and you'll get a giant piece of durable, soft towel that you can use and that dries in seconds. They are a fantastic innovation that, because of its space-saving design, can be used with any survival pack.
39. Gerber Bear Grylls Survival Hatchet
This Gerber Bear Grylls Hatchet is a popular prepper gift item this year, the result of a collaboration between well-known knife manufacturer Gerber and survival expert Bear Grylls.
The hatchet has a carbon steel blade and a non-slip rubber handle for usage in both wet and dry environments. It also comes with a strong sheath that you can easily attach to your bag or the waist of your pants while working outside. I like this small strong hatchet for a variety of reasons. It's compact, yet it chops far above its weight class and can work into the finer things that you'd normally save for a finer bush knife rather than an axe, so it's dual-purpose.
40. Paracord Bracelet
Of course, a true survivalist Christmas would be impossible to imagine without the paracord bracelet. In fact, if you're a survivalist or prepper looking to spread the word about self-sufficiency, nothing beats a paracord bracelet present to friends and family.
These bracelets are inexpensive, yet they pack a lot of information and utility into such a simple wearable survival gear. These paracord bands are a five-in-one present since they include a flint fire starter, emergency knife, compass, emergency whistle, and fire scrapper. The low cost of these paracord bracelets, combined with the fact that you receive two for the price of one, make Christmas gifts for preppers to start spreading around the office.
41. Survival Work/Home First Aid Kit
These medical kits were assembled by seasoned individuals in the medical and survival industries to be utilized in times of crisis. You can tell by how they are laid out.
A large portion of the first aid kit market is inundated by low-cost packages containing bandaids and a few bandages. This one, on the other hand, has been really well thought out in terms of substance and structure. It employs a label pocketing method to designate each item in the kit and what it might be used for. For example, if you're helping someone or yourself with a sprained ankle or snakebite, there's a compartment with that designation. Having this type of approach eliminates the burden of having to consider what to use and, second, where it might be in the real kit.
This is one of those prepper presents for a serious outdoors enthusiast, or for the family prepper who wants to be in command of any family member's medical help should the need arise.
42. The SAS Survival Handbook: Guide To Surviving Anywhere
This is the most regarded survival guide, covering every imaginable catastrophic situation in a comprehensive how-to instruction. This book covers a wide range of topics, including survival in various climates, catching and cooking food, surviving at sea, creating tools, navigation with or without charts, and first aid training. Every survivalist appreciates a reference guide to survival, and they make excellent prepper gifts, but first check to see if they have it.
43. LCI Plastic Water Can
Having a supply of clean water that is safe to drink is the most important thing for a preparer, as we can't stay alive for long without it. So one of these military made water containers that stores clean water is a really cool gift to give to a prepper.
44. A Portable Pressure Shower To Stay Clean
While personal hygiene isn't strictly essential for your survival in the case of a disaster, it's still pretty important for most of us. As you'll feel a whole lot worse if you can't clean yourself up, not to mention stinking the place out. So the gift of a portable shower can work well for a prepper.
As this gives them the chance to have a quick burst of warm water to wash themselves down and get ready to fight another day. And a good choice for this is the portable pressure shower, as it heats the water up in the sunlight, has good water pressure, and can store enough water for a 7-10 minute shower.
45. Survival Books
It's always a good idea for a prepper to read up on the best survival practices and hone their skills and knowledge in preparation for when disaster strikes. Which means getting them a couple of books based around survival, bushcraft, being self-reliant, and living off the grid, is a top gift idea for them.
