We hear a lot about prepping items for bartering in the event of a SHTF situation.
Here are twelve categories of items that can be used for bartering, not only during a prolonged emergency or supply disruption, but also for ordinary, everyday life.
"Twelve categories for potential barter items that could be valuable during SHTF."
Societies have been bartering goods and services across the ages.
Historically, goods were sold and traded among cultures and nations.
Trade fairs became important in the Dark and Middle Ages.
Even Christopher Columbus was tasked with finding gold and riches as his primary goal. Modern day barter sites, like Freecycle, Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, and BookMooch, offer endless opportunities to trade goods and services.
Humans have a natural barter chromosome!
Today, many preppers consider it something that will be needed after a grid down type event, but if we carefully craft our list, the items can be used in everyday life or even during a recession or depression.
Batteries:
Especially rechargeable ones
Of all sizes for electronics or devices
Medications:
Over-the-counter medicines,
Pain relievers,
Antidiahhreal
Antacids
Antihistamines
Antibiotics
Basic first aid supplies
Personal hygiene items:
Toilet paper
Soap
Toothpaste & toothpaste
Mouthwash
Deodorant
Feminine hygiene products
Fire-starting supplies:
Matches,
Lighters
Pocket lighters
Fire sticks
Ferro rods
Water filtration or purification devices:
Portable water filters
Purification tablets
Bleach
Seeds
Non-GMO seeds for growing
Vegetables
Herbs
Medicinal plants
Tools
Multi-tools
Hand tools
Repairs
Construction
Tools for survival tasks
Knives, hatchet, machete
Sharpening stones
Tarps
Twine or paracord
Cooking supplies
Portable stoves
Camp stove
Backpacking stove
Rocket stove
Pots and pans
Kitchen knives
One lb Bottles of propane
Manual can openers
Spices
Personal protective equipment
Masks
Gloves
Goggles
Insect repellent
Communication devices
AM/FM Radio
Two-way radios
Box store type "walkie talkies"
Baofeng - steep learning curve
Fuel
Gasoline
Diesel fuel
Kerosene
Propane
Charcoal
Fire tinder
Firewood
Entertainment and morale-boosters
Playing cards
Board games
Checkers/Chess
Books
Coloring pencils and crayons
Adult & children's coloring books
Stuff happens. Stay prepared.
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