my 12v portable drill was not up to the task of securing plywood to 27 windows in 04....back up was a Stanley "yankee screwdriver" that worked well (now have 2)

alternate ways to heat water with solar energy

current "holy grail" is a Sterling or turbine blade ventilation fan that will work off a Dietz lantern, at less than antique prices

good framing hammer, hand saw, bow saw, machete, fence pliers, diagonal cutting pliers, bolt cutters, channel lock pliers, 5/16" chain w/hooks, 8d, 16d nails and deck screws (Torx head),hand brace and auger bits

mosquito netting and citronella bucket candle

Dietz lanterns and extra wicks...will pick up another gallon of kero next season

so far my minimum use of the Goal Zero 7w panel, and the Goal 10 power pack have been promising with Sanyo eneloops...and cable to charge the 12v batteries

cast iron fry pan and 7qt pot for most cooking...played a little with BYU solar oven..fish smoker to preserve fresh meat if necessary

bicycle for transportation