Prepper Pantry - Batteries

 

Batteries are one of those items I've been anxious to stock up on.  They are expensive so finding them at a good affordable price was just as important as finding ones that are good quality.  I've used the Amazon Basics batteries before and have found them every bit as good as the Duracell or Energizer batteries so I decided to go with them.

 

I ordered 9V since we use those in all of our smoke detectors including the one in Laverne.  AAA and AA of course are the ones we use the most for our clocks, remotes and small LED flashlights.  That is what I've started on so far, a box of each size and with a guaranteed 10 year shelf life I think this is a perfect option for the prepper pantry.

 

As time goes on I'll add more AAA and AA batteries as well as adding in C and D sizes for our larger flashlights and a few other things we have around here.  While I love the idea of rechargeable batteries I do know that when the power goes out it is difficult to recharge them so having regular ones on hand is a good idea.

 

My goal is to add a solar rechargeable battery/generator to my household.  Mainly I want it for my motorhome.  I've been doing a lot of research on these and feel this is the best source of solar power for me.  My plan is to add a Jackery 500 or possibly the Jackery 1000 with a suitcase solar panel.  With the Jackery 1000 I'll be able to run my sewing machine off of it even if I'm out in the boonies.  It is a completely portable system so I can use it in the house during a long term power outage if I need too.

 

I think having multiple energy sources is a really good idea so you aren't solely dependent on the main power grid.  And with me planning to boon dock a lot in my RV in the not too distant future it makes a lot of sense for me to explore some of these alternate power options.  I think it is exciting actually.  For right now, however I'm pretty happy to have a really good start with my three boxes of bulk batteries.