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The Prepper's Water Survival Handbook: Easy to Follow Steps to Find, Filter, Purify and Store Water for Long Term Readiness, Self Reliance and Emergency Preparedness (Self Reliance Essentials) Paperback – June 1, 2024
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💡Fact: 60% of Americans are unprepared for a natural disaster—Don’t be part of that statistic: Discover the art of water survival and self-reliance in a world where the unpredictable becomes reality!🚨
In a world where unpredictability is a constant, the importance of water becomes strikingly clear.
🚰 We can live weeks without food, but only a few days without water – it's not just essential; it's vital for our survival.
Imagine a sudden power outage during a severe storm, or an unexpected natural disaster striking your community. In these moments, one of your most critical lifelines is your access to safe, clean water. Today's unpredictable world demands more than just hope for the best; it calls for preparedness and the ability to adapt quickly.
🚨Think about the times you’ve heard about major emergencies.
How ready are you to ensure your water supply in the face of such challenges?
This is where your guide to water prepping comes in, providing practical and accessible strategies for securing clean water, no matter the circumstance.
Whether you're navigating through the aftermath of a storm or planning to live off-grid, this book equips you with vital skills and knowledge.
From simple filtration techniques to innovative methods of water storage, it covers everything you need to become self-reliant in water management.
You're not just learning to secure water – you're taking a significant step towards peace of mind and readiness for whatever the future may bring.
In this guide, you’ll discover:
✅ The WATERPROOF framework– a comprehensive approach to water self-sufficiency, covering sourcing, purification, and storage (ideal even if you're just starting your preparedness journey).✅ How to secure and store clean, drinkable water in scenarios ranging from natural disasters to civil unrest.
✅ The ABCs of water purification– whether in an urban setting or the wilderness, master effective techniques for making any water source safe.
✅ Your 72-hour emergency kit with simple steps to ensure you're prepared with essential water supplies, even when disaster strikes unexpectedly.
✅ Essential tips for outdoor adventures– equip yourself with knowledge for camping and backpacking, ensuring your hydration needs are met safely.
✅ The ever-flowing benefits of rainwater harvesting– uncover the environmental, financial, and practical advantages of harnessing rainwater
✅ How to integrate rainwater harvesting and greywater systems into your household for long-term resilience.
✅ Strategies for extreme scenarios– gain insights into preparing for nuclear and chemical threats, and other severe challenges.
✅ How to stay informed about cutting-edge technologies in water collection and purification.
And much more!
Even if you feel confident about your current water supply, the rapidly changing world around you suggests a different reality.
This book is not just about overcoming immediate water crises; it's about adapting to the future, understanding the 'why' behind each survival strategy, and preparing for scenarios you may have never considered.
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- Print length162 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateJune 1, 2024
- Dimensions5.5 x 0.37 x 8.5 inches
- ISBN-13979-8327329874
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- ASIN : B0D67BDY26
- Publisher : Independently published (June 1, 2024)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 162 pages
- ISBN-13 : 979-8327329874
- Item Weight : 9.4 ounces
- Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.37 x 8.5 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #69,785 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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About the author

Rachel Murdock is the driving force behind the Self-Reliance Essentials brand and book series, which is dedicated to non-fiction literature in the areas of survival, emergency preparedness, disaster readiness, and homesteading. An avid enthusiast of emergency preparedness for over 20 years, Rachel is continually learning and discovering new ways to become more self-reliant. While she humbly admits she doesn’t know it all, her passion lies in sharing the valuable insights and knowledge she gains along the way.
Rachel and her family lived in the Hawaiian Islands for many years, where they owned and operated various businesses focused on real estate, property management, and professional services. After nearly a decade in Hawaii, the Murdocks sought a change of scenery and relocated to a rural area in the North Idaho panhandle. There, Rachel continues her journey in emergency preparedness and homesteading, raising chickens, maintaining a fruitful garden, and working with her family to care for the acreage on their riverfront property.
With a background as a technical writer, Rachel brings a clear and concise approach to her work, making complex concepts more accessible to her readers. She is currently completing her BA degree with an emphasis in accounting and finance. Rachel and her husband also own and operate a successful local RV park and glamping campground, where they welcome guests from around the world.
As a mother of three children, including two who have reached adulthood, she treasures spending time with her family. Rachel loves to travel and is usually in the process of planning her next adventure, often trying to convince her family to join her.
Rachel's books are a testament to her commitment to helping people become more self-sufficient. Her goal is to make emergency preparedness accessible and manageable for everyone, regardless of their background or experience level. With her engaging writing style and practical approach, Rachel's books have become essential resources, empowering readers to safeguard their families and communities.
Rachel's mission is to educate and inspire as many people as possible, spreading the message that preparedness is not just about survival but about thriving in the face of adversity. Her enthusiasm and dedication to the cause are evident on every page of her books, making them invaluable guides for anyone looking to become more prepared and self-reliant.
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Customers find the book extremely informative and well-researched, providing practical strategies for finding, filtering, and storing water during emergencies. The guide is straightforward and clearly explains how to harvest and purify water, making it suitable for both urban and wilderness settings. They appreciate its focus on long-term resilience techniques and comprehensive approach to water safety, with one customer noting it covers everything from natural disasters to extreme threats.
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Customers find the book extremely informative, praising its thorough treatment of topics and practical strategies for finding and purifying water.
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- Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2024"The Prepper's Water Survival Handbook" by Rachel Murdock is an essential resource for anyone serious about emergency preparedness. Drawing from personal experiences, Murdock provides practical, step-by-step strategies for sourcing, purifying, and storing water during natural disasters or crises. The book’s unique WATERPROOF framework makes complex topics accessible to beginners, covering everything from rainwater harvesting to extreme scenarios like chemical threats. Well-researched and clear, it’s a must-read for preppers, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone looking to ensure long-term water resilience. This guide is both informative and empowering, offering peace of mind in uncertain times.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2025The Prepper's Water Survival Handbook provides practical strategies for finding, purifying, and storing water for long-term emergency preparedness. With easy-to-follow steps, it equips readers with essential skills to ensure a reliable water supply in any survival situation. This topic will work perfectly with our battery/solar backup for power, but we also need water! Thank you for the easy, practical ideas.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2025The Prepper's Water Survival Handbook is an extremely informative read about the importance of water in case danger hits. Everything you want to know about preparing water for storage is covered from A to Z. Topics like whether you live in the city or a rural area, filtration, water contaminants, and storage are covered. I found the section on water desalination interesting since it seems to be a topic discussed more and more in our culture as freshwater demand builds.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2024As someone who is mostly made of water for pretty much the entirety of my life, I would consider myself somewhat of an expert on the subject. This book, however, proved me wrong. "The Prepper's Water Survival Guide" delves into the world of emergency water preparedness in a way that is both comprehensive and easy to understand. Rachel Murdock's personal story and passion for this topic shines through as she provides readers with real-world examples and step-by-step techniques on how to find, purify, and store water during emergencies or disasters. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their self-reliance skills and be better prepared for any situation life may throw at them. The practical framework, informative content, and actionable steps make it clear that Murdock has done her research and truly wants to help her readers stay safe in uncertain times.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2025I have read quite a few books on prepping and water storage, but never one this well written and as in-depth. I thought I knew a lot about water survival until I read it. I especially enjoyed the new technologies I had no idea about. This book affirmed a lot of what I am doing right, but also areas I need to improve on. This book is well researched and written, encouraging, a down to earth. Highly recommended.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2024This book is a very thorough, comprehensive guide to water survival and self-reliance during natural disasters and other emergencies. It emphasizes the importance of securing safe and clean water to meet your survival needs. The information in this book opened my eyes even more to the need for my family to be more prepared in case an unexpected emergency occurred and we needed clean water.
The author shares her insights and experiences after living through Hurricane Ivan, a Category 5 storm. She covers practical strategies for finding water sources, preparing the water, using proper filtration devices, and keeping in mind things to keep in mind depending on the disaster that could occur. This book offers a holistic and practical approach to water survival based on the author's unique W.A.T.E.R.P.R.O.O.F framework, which covers every aspect of water self-sufficiency.
This book is a well-researched, educational, and informative guide that provides readers with techniques, tools, and actionable steps for both immediate and long-term self-reliance during an unexpected event. I'm so glad I read it, and I will implement some of these emergency preparedness strategies right away. I highly recommend this resource.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2024Water. This book takes a different look at it. It is an essential guide for anyone looking to secure safe and clean water during emergencies, making it a standout resource in the realm of self-reliance. Its step-by-step approach covers everything from water sourcing, purification, and storage to advanced strategies like rainwater harvesting and greywater systems. The book's focus on long-term resilience techniques and integration of cutting-edge technologies ensures that readers are well-prepared for any scenario, from natural disasters to extreme threats. While some may find the detailed coverage of severe weather and nuclear incidents a bit overwhelming, this thoroughness only underscores the book's comprehensive and indispensable nature for beginner preppers seeking to master water survival and self-sufficiency.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2024I have more and more been concerned about the future of our country - I am not a pessimist (like to think I am a realist, and someone who tries to prepare - I always know where the exits are in any situation). There is lots of information about Prepping, but I bought this book specifically because it focuses on water. I live in New York City (which may explain my concern for the future!)) and found the section on urban water sourcing especially interesting. I also travel a lot to developing countries and the information on purifying water will be very helpful - and would be for all who are not necessarily preppers but are looking for information about water purification.
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- Edvin SzolcsakReviewed in the United Kingdom on September 8, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended!
The WATERPROOF framework offers workable solutions for obtaining clean water in an unpredictable world. It addresses where to get water, how to purify and store it, and how to secure and store it in different situations. Along with covering the fundamentals of water purification, the guide also includes a 72-hour emergency bag, crucial advice for outdoor activities, the advantages of rainwater harvesting, and how to incorporate greywater systems and rainwater harvesting into your home for long-term resilience. It also covers how to prepare for worst-case circumstances, like chemical and nuclear threats, and how to keep up with the latest developments in water collecting and purification technology. The book exhorts readers to prepare for the future and recognize the value of self-sufficiency and water survival in a world that is changing quickly.
- cinzia sebastianiReviewed in Italy on June 11, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Five stars
"Water Survival: Your Ultimate Guide to Preparedness and Self-Reliance" is a vital resource for anyone aiming to ensure a reliable water supply in unpredictable times. Covering everything from purification techniques to rainwater harvesting, it offers practical, actionable advice for both beginners and experienced preppers. The WATERPROOF framework and emergency kit guidelines are particularly useful. This book is essential for anyone serious about water self-sufficiency and long-term resilience. Highly recommended!
- Oskar1398Reviewed in the Netherlands on June 13, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Super practical!
Really practical survival handbook! It teaches step-by-step techniques how to clean water during natural disasters and other emergencies and many more... 5 stars!
- GulnaraReviewed in Canada on July 28, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars A Comprehensive Guide to Water survival!
"The Prepper's Water Survival Handbook" is an essential guide for anyone looking to prepare for emergencies and disasters. The author provides a thorough and well-researched manual on how to source, purify, and store water, making it an invaluable resource for preppers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
What I appreciated most about this book is its attention to detail and practical advice. From understanding water chemistry to building a rainwater harvesting system, the author covers it all. The handbook is filled with helpful illustrations, diagrams, and real-life examples, making complex concepts easy to grasp.
Some standout topics include:
- Water purification methods (filtration, disinfection, and distillation)
- Water storage solutions (tanks, containers, and caching)
- Rainwater collection and harvesting
- Well and spring water management
- Waterborne disease prevention
This book is a must-have for:
- Preppers and survivalists
- Outdoor enthusiasts (campers, hikers, and backpackers)
- Homesteaders and off-gridders
- Emergency responders and first aiders
Overall, "The Prepper's Water Survival Handbook" is a comprehensive and practical guide that will help you ensure access to clean drinking water in any situation. Don't wait until it's too late - prepare now!
- Joyce A. J.Reviewed in Australia on June 14, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars THE book for surviving with water
WOW, this book was SO INSIGHTFUL! I learnt so much, and made me think about so many things that I didn't even know to think about, for example the importance of sufficient storage (because yes finding water is step one, but making sure you can store it well - keeping it pure and safe from contaminants - and safely is another!). This book is super easy to read, gives you checklists to make sure you've covered everything, shows you pictures of the things the author is referring to so you know exactly what they are talking about, offers so many solutions and exercises to really get you thinking and going about what you need to do to prepare. Highly recommend!