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Unboxing the Sun Kettle Personal Water Heater
Whether you’re living off the grid or in the middle of a survival situation, having access to clean water is vital. Because the average person can only go 72 hours without it…
But there is a simple solution to get clean, safe water… no matter where you are.
Let me walk you through just how easy it is…
In a recent video, Danielle unboxed the Sun Kettle™ Personal Water Heater & covered all of its life-saving features:
Now, as I’ve already mentioned… you need clean water. Key phrase there being… clean! If you’re feeling brave… you can take your chance on puddle water. But I’d advise against that.
Unpurified water could have some really nasty critters in it (like E. coli or Giardia)… stuff that will make you sicker than a dog. In a survival situation, that’s the last thing you want.
So how do you take dirty water and make it clean? Especially in an emergency situation or if you’re off the grid?
You boil it! How?
Here’s a hint: Look up.
You see, the Sun Kettle works like your own “personal water heater” that runs entirely off the power of the sun. That’s right… it’s SOLAR.
In about 45 minutes you’ll have clean, hot water for drinking, cooking, cleaning… whatever you need. Plus, it’s lightweight, sturdy and easy to use.
Here’s how it works… It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3…
Step 1
Fill the Sun Kettle with water… wherever you can find it… heck I’ve even seen folks pack it with snow. Then you twist the cap back on & seal it up. Now, that seal is important. It helps create pressure which makes your water heat up faster. So make sure you got it on there nice and tight.
Step 2
Open the wings and point the Sun Kettle at the sun. The wings contain parabolic mirrors that collect the sun’s energy and reflect it right at the water… causing it to heat up. It sounds dangerous, but the glass is safe to touch. Even if it’s full of boiling water you can grab it and it won’t burn you. Which is great for safety, and for any kiddos that may be around.
Step 3
When the cap starts steaming it means you’re done! Now you can enjoy your clean, safe water. Or fold up the wings & keep it warm for later.
Your Sun Kettle can be used for:
- Cooking food
- Preparing coffee, tea & cocoa
- Making hygiene comfortable
- Purifying drinking water by killing germs
- Prepping a warm washcloth bath
- Melting snow for drinking
- Using hot water for first aid
- Keeping liquid hot for hours
It’s as simple as that! It’s like having a mini-microwave the size of a thermos!
No matter where you are… if you’re in the middle of a crisis OR if you want hot coffee for a camping trip… The Sun Kettle is a literal lifesaver.
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Do You Have a Zero-Prep Emergency Food Supply?
What’s the first thing you think of when 4Patriots is mentioned?
For many of you, it might be survival food. Yes, we produce plenty of power products, water products and many others. But survival food might be the first thing that pops into your mind.
So, you know I’m the last person in the world to suggest that you don’t need survival food. We all need it. And the more we have stockpiled, the more peace of mind we have.
But today I want to tell you about something else you should have handy. Just in case a disaster tragically spoils your survival food plans.
‘What if’ scenarios?
What if extreme weather destroyed your home and all the survival food you had stored inside?
What if a disaster occurred while you were away from your home? And you could not get back home in a timely fashion?
Or what if you found yourself in a situation where you had…
- No utensils
- No pots or pans
- No electricity
- No way to cook
- No refrigeration
- No hot water supply
- No access to a grocery store.
Non-perishable foods
It could happen. And that’s why you need what we call a zero-prep emergency food supply.
I’m talking about good-tasting and nutritious food you can just grab, unwrap and eat quickly. With no fuss and no muss.
Now, there are many food items you could include in your zero-prep emergency supply. Although most of them will not have a very long shelf life.
They include…
- Peanuts and other nuts
- Granola bars
- Dehydrated fruits and vegetables
- Peanut butter
- Canned foods (they might not taste good cold, but it’s better than nothing)
- Cereal
- Honey
- Powdered milk
- Baby food
My personal recommendation
But if you would like my personal recommendation, [here’s my favorite] go-to option for zero-prep survival food.
It’s the 4Patrots Emergency Food Bars. They taste great – just like a shortbread cookie, with a hint of vanilla and lemon. And they last for five years without refrigeration, assuming they are stored properly.
They can withstand extreme temperatures – all the way from minus 40 degrees up to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. They require no cooking, water or heat. You can keep them just about anywhere in their disaster-resistant packaging.
Each Food Bar provides a careful blend of protein, fats and carbohydrates. They are not thirst provoking. That’s very important in a survival situation
But you don’t need to save all of them for an emergency. They are ideal to take camping, hiking, hunting or fishing.
Made in the USA, these Food Bars are compact and lightweight. They’re great for backpacks. And to keep in your vehicles.
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