The Baum family, with nearly 35 years of experience in emergency preparedness, has brought their expertise to a new location. Family Storehouse, now open in Lehi at 489 West State Street, is more than just a store for emergency kits and food storage. It’s an educational hub where you can learn from Josh Baum and his father, Larry Baum, about the vital importance of being prepared for any eventuality.
The Baum family’s commitment to preparedness is deeply personal. A devastating house fire on Christmas Eve in 1983 ignited Larry Baum’s passion for emergency and food storage. This experience, combined with their lifelong love for hardcore backpacking, shaped the foundation of Family Storehouse. Josh Baum emphasizes that backpackers are inherently prepared individuals, a philosophy that is woven into the fabric of their family business. What started with simple 72-hour kits has evolved into a comprehensive offering of emergency supplies and long-term food storage solutions, blending backpacking ingenuity with extensive food storage knowledge.
Family Storehouse takes pride in manufacturing their own food storage products. Their kits feature pre-made meals and unique recipes developed by Josh Baum himself. A crucial aspect of long-term food storage is removing fats and oils to maximize shelf life. The challenge lies in creating food that not only lasts but also tastes good. Family Storehouse excels in this area, offering GMO-free food storage options without artificial flavors. They are continuously innovating and introducing new meal varieties to keep your food storage interesting and ensure proper rotation. Beyond just food quality, Family Storehouse is also dedicated to improving packaging for optimal longevity and convenience.
“You can’t tell that our food has a shelf life,” Josh Baum proudly states, highlighting the quality and appeal of their products. Shelf life is a key consideration in the food storage industry. Family Storehouse food, when stored at a consistent 60 degrees Fahrenheit, can last for an impressive 25 years. Josh Baum advises, “Basically, the rule is the colder you can store it, the longer it will last.” Another important factor to consider when choosing long-term food storage is cook time. Shorter cook times are more efficient, conserving precious fuel resources during emergencies.
Water is undeniably the most critical resource in any emergency scenario. Family Storehouse provides solutions for both large-scale and portable water storage. They offer barrels for storing significant quantities of water, as well as innovative water filters designed to fit directly onto standard plastic water bottles. “Water is an immediate need in every kind of emergency situation,” Josh Baum explains. Their filters are incredibly versatile and effective, capable of purifying even heavily contaminated water sources. Remarkably, each filter can process up to 100,000 gallons of water. Baum confidently asserts, “If you started today, you couldn’t filter 100,000 gallons of water in your lifetime. I could drink out of Utah Lake with this.”
For residents of Utah, earthquake preparedness is particularly crucial. Even if a home withstands an earthquake, gas meters are likely to be shut off as a safety precaution. Evacuation may be necessary even if a house is structurally sound to allow for utility shutdowns. Josh Baum strongly recommends preparing for extended power outages as well, a common consequence of earthquakes and other disasters. Whether you are concerned about earthquakes, power outages, or any other emergency, Family Storehouse offers the products and in-depth knowledge to help you and your family prepare confidently.
In conclusion, Family Storehouse, rooted in personal experience and decades of expertise, stands as a valuable resource for individuals and families seeking reliable emergency preparedness solutions. From long-lasting, high-quality food storage to essential water filtration systems, and backed by the Baum family’s commitment to education, Family Storehouse empowers you to proactively safeguard your loved ones and face the unexpected with confidence. Visit their new Lehi location to discover how they can help you build your family storehouse today.
