MONSTER Mountain House Discount! 6-month supply! 30-year shelf! Free Shipping!

Safecastle

Safecastle

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:eleph: I wasn't going to be doing another Mountain House group buy for at least a few more weeks, but I just realized how to do some absolutely monstrous money-saving deals ... I just could not contain myself.

Mountain House is offering some preseason/in-season incentives, to include FREE SHIPPING if the order meets minimum guidelines. (Including to Hawaii and Alaska!!) EDIT: I need to revise this a bit--to get free shipping to Hawaii and Alaska, the order needs to be about 50% larger than the standard deal listed/linked below. By the way, anyone can add on to this package if desired.


SO, here's the deal we can do ... and on this we CAN do substitutions, though pricing will have to be tweaked.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=8771416861

I just lowered the price on this package in my store by $200. I had sold several of these for well over $1000, including shipping costs ... and that was still below the retail value of the food. (DO NOT make a purchase thru my store if you want this TB2K pricing.)

Anyway, the new discounted regular price in my store for Tom, Dick, and Harriet is $789 for 48 #10 cans ... eight cases of the six best-selling foods of 2005. MSRP of the 48 cans--$1181 (not including shipping).

For this buy, for TB2Kers, the price is $649 ... no extra for shipping, no extra for Paypal payments.

And not only that, your order will ship direct to you from Mountain House! So your wait will be shortened from the time required in previous Mountain House buys here.

The only catch is that when I place your order (which I will do as soon as I receive it), they want at least 7 days to process it before shipment.

If you want substitutions, let me know before making payment.

Paypal payment can be sent to jcrefuge@safecastle.net

Cashiers checks and money orders can be made out to Safecastle LLC ...
Mail to:

Safecastle LLC
PO Box 623
Prior Lake, MN 55372


Yep ... a portion goes to TB2K, so you're doing good all the way around.

Added detail: This buy will be open for an estimated 10-14 days.
 
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Safecastle

Safecastle

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Here's a link to the Nutritional Page in my store ... you'll find most every food Mountain House makes on this page ... so if you're looking for substitutions, start here ...

http://stores.ebay.com/REFUGE-offered-by-Safecastle-LLC/Mountain-House-Food-Nutrition.html

NF ... for a breakfast substitution without eggs, you might look at the Granola w/ blueberries and milk.

Again, if substitutions are neded ... we'll need to look at what that does to the cost of the package, so please email me or PM me with your queries on that.
 
Cardinal

Cardinal

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When do we have to submit payment JC? My problem is my prep paychecks don't seem to coincide with your deals...
 
Fuzzychick

Fuzzychick

Membership Revoked
JC, my DS is allergic to wheat products, I'm checking to find ingredient info, but unable to find it. Eggs are obvious allergens but wheat is a filler for alot of things not so obvious, your assistance would be appreciated.
 
Safecastle

Safecastle

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Cardinal, PM me and let me know when your budget will handle it.

Fuzzychick, I've got a message in to Mountain House for guidance on the wheat-filler question. I'll let you know when I hear.

Airborne Falcon, thanks--those ScramKits are the product of a collaboration between OddOne and us. Let me know of any interest in those or any other product in the store--the offer remains to any TB2Ker--you get a solid discount off any listed prices in the "Refuge."
 
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nannygoat

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what does this include - I tried to find where the items were listed - do not know if want subsitutions if do not know what was in the orginal package - of course this might be all due to my normal computer stupidity but could not find where to find out the items - thanks - very interested - very much - will have hubby email you
 
Safecastle

Safecastle

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nannygoat said:
what does this include - I tried to find where the items were listed - do not know if want subsitutions if do not know what was in the orginal package - of course this might be all due to my normal computer stupidity but could not find where to find out the items - thanks - very interested - very much - will have hubby email you
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Here's the link to the package in my store (do not make the purchase in the store though) ...

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...tem=8771325582
 
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Warthog

Tusk Up
JC hate to bug ya, but how does that break down? Meaning, would it = 1 month for 3 people, ect. Sorry for the stupid question.:whistle:
 
Safecastle

Safecastle

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Warthog said:
JC hate to bug ya, but how does that break down? Meaning, would it = 1 month for 3 people, ect. Sorry for the stupid question.:whistle:
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No such thing as a stupid question.

There are about 522 servings in this package. Now it could be that you can stretch the food further or it could be that it won't go that far, but that works out to be about 174 days worth of 3-meals-a-day for one person. For three people, that would be about 58 days worth of food.
 
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dragonslayer2001

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I have complained several times

about the 'monopoly' here on storage food. And I still don't like it. Anyone interested in an alternate or shorter/longer term quote for dehydrated food, can pm me.


THAT SAID,

I also urge people to buy and store something NOW. At LEAST 3 months worth of food.

This is a good deal, and for variety I will most likely order 1-2 orders.

Being the household gourmet that I am, I want to die enjoying myself, and variety is the spice of life while it is here to enjoy.

Although it is my personal belief, based on years of health study, fasting, juicing, hebs, etc, that dehydrated food is far superior, naturally, to freezedried,

Freeze dried certainly has it's place as long it is not the ONLY source of nutrition one is depending on.


People, stock up on something NOW.


My question is, can I order now and ship in a month or two?
 
Safecastle

Safecastle

Emergency Essentials Store
dragonslayer2001 said:
about the 'monopoly' here on storage food. And I still don't like it. Anyone interested in an alternate or shorter/longer term quote for dehydrated food, can pm me.


THAT SAID,

I also urge people to buy and store something NOW. At LEAST 3 months worth of food.

This is a good deal, and for variety I will most likely order 1-2 orders.

Being the household gourmet that I am, I want to die enjoying myself, and variety is the spice of life while it is here to enjoy.

Although it is my personal belief, based on years of health study, fasting, juicing, hebs, etc, that dehydrated food is far superior, naturally, to freezedried,

Freeze dried certainly has it's place as long it is not the ONLY source of nutrition one is depending on.


People, stock up on something NOW.


My question is, can I order now and ship in a month or two?
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Well, if DS is in on this, then you know it's a good deal. ;)

(DS, there is no monopoly other than no one else has stepped up to do comparable things for the support of the forum. It's pretty much a labor of love, not a moneymaker.)

Yes, we can arrange a shipment later. PM me and we'll work it out.
 
Safecastle

Safecastle

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Intergator said:
JC - any word on the WEZAs - or did I miss it?
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At last word, they're to be shipped to our buyers the week of March 6 from the North American Freeplay distribution center. I'm going to PM you.
 
Safecastle

Safecastle

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A lot of folks are asking--how long will this buy be good? I figure we'll be working it for 10-14 days.
 
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easy me

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Fuzzychick asked

JC, my DS is allergic to wheat products, I'm checking to find ingredient info, but unable to find it. Eggs are obvious allergens but wheat is a filler for alot of things not so obvious, your assistance would be appreciated.


I second that question.I would'nt mind placing an order but really need to know what item's you are offering are not only wheat free but gluten free.

fuzzychick..........if your sister is allergic to wheat then she can not tolerate anything with rye or barley in it either.
 
Safecastle

Safecastle

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imaginative said:
What is the expiration/shelf life of these?

TIA
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This food is freshly made this year and officially rated at a 30-year shelf life, though the word is, the company still hasn't found the end of the viability of its food. They have now tested 40-year old stocks and it is perfectly good. I believe we will see them bump that official shelf-life rating up soon.

In fact, they just did increase the rating on their pouches, I found out today. They are now rated at 7 years rather than 5 years. I'm guessing we might see that pouch shelf life continue to grow as well.
 
Safecastle

Safecastle

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By the way, these orders are large enough that I need to provide phone numbers, as the shippers/freight people may want to call you to confirm that someone will be on hand to take delivery.
 
nabi

nabi

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easy me said:
Fuzzychick asked

JC, my DS is allergic to wheat products, I'm checking to find ingredient info, but unable to find it. Eggs are obvious allergens but wheat is a filler for alot of things not so obvious, your assistance would be appreciated.


I second that question.I would'nt mind placing an order but really need to know what item's you are offering are not only wheat free but gluten free.

fuzzychick..........if your sister is allergic to wheat then she can not tolerate anything with rye or barley in it either.
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Hearty Stew w/Beef
INGREDIENTS: Potatoes, Beef Broth Seasoning (maltodextrin, hydrolyzed corn protein, autolyzed yeast, whey powder, torula yeast, onion powder, sugar, soybean oil, caramel color, garlic powder), *Cooked Beef, Modified Corn Starch, *Green Peas, Dehydrated Carrots, Vegetable Flavor (corn syrup solids, autolyzed yeast extract, flavor, sugar, soy sauce [wheat, soybeans, salt], dried carrot, salt, butter, spice), Onion Powder, Salt, Cream Powder (sweet cream, lecithin, tocopherols, ascorpyl palmitate), Butter Powder (butter [cream, salt], nonfat milk, tocopherols, ascorbyl palmitate), Corn Oil, Spices. *Freeze Dried

Beef Stroganoff
INGREDIENTS: Beef, Sour Cream (cultured cream, locust bean gum, carrageenan, dextrose, enzymes), Mushrooms, Modified Corn Starch, Corn Oil, Nonfat Dry Milk, Dehydrated onions, Salt, Hydrolyzed Corn Torula and Brewers Yeast Wheat Gluten Soy Protein, Lemon Juice Concentrate and Lemon Oil, Beef Base (roasted beef, concentrated beef stock, hydrolyzed corn gluten, soy, corn, and wheat protein, corn oil, onion powder, flavoring, sugar, dried whey, autolyzed yeast extract), Molasses, Spice, Garlic Powder. Precooked Noodles: Durum Semolina, Egg Yolk, Salt.

Chili Mac w/Beef
INGREDIENTS: Beef, Enriched Macaroni (durum semolina, niacin, ferrous sulfate, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin), Kidney Beans, Tomato Paste, Spices, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (hydrolyzed corn torula, brewers yeast wheat gluten soy protein), Salt, Modified Cornstarch, Dehydrated Onions, Sugar, Garlic Powder.

Spaghetti w/Meat
INGREDIENTS: Enriched Spaghetti (durum semolina, egg white, ferrous sulfate, niacinamide, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin), Tomato Paste, Beef, Salt, Textured Soy Flour (caramel colored), Sugar, Dehydrated Cheese [cheddar cheese (milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), cream, salt, sodium phosphate, lactic acid], Hydrolyzed Corn Torula and Brewers Yeast Wheat Gluten Soy Protein, Spices, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder.

Lasagna w/Meat & Sauce
INGREDIENTS: Tomatoes, Beef, Tomato Paste, Enriched Noodles (semolina, whole egg solids, ferrous sulfate, niacinamide, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin), Mozzarella Cheese Flavoring (whole milk mozzarella cheese [cultured milk, salt, enzymes], calcium caseinate, corn oil, partially hydrogenated soybean oil, sodium caseinate, salt, natural & artificial flavors, maltodextrin, sodium aluminum phosphate), Dehydrated Onions, Dehydrated Parmesan and Romano (made from cow's milk) Cheeses (part-skim milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), Modified Corn Starch, Salt, Sugar, Spices, Garlic Powder, Parsley Flakes, Annatto, Turmeric.

Rice & Chicken
INGREDIENTS: Instant Rice, Cooked Chicken (chicken meat, mechanically separated chicken), Corn Oil, Pimentos, Salt, Modified Corn Starch, Hydrolyzed Corn Soy Wheat Gluten Protein, Chicken Fat, Sugar, Onion Powder, Spices, Citric Acid, Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, and Tumeric.

Chicken Teriyaki
INGREDIENTS: Cooked Chicken Meat, Soy Sauce (wheat, soybeans, salt), Brown Sugar, Bamboo Shoots, Mushrooms, Red Peppers, Green Peas, Modified Corn Starch, Sherry Wine, Onions, Green Peppers, Garlic Powder, Spice, Salt. RICE: Precooked white rice.
 
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gillmanNSF

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This sounds like an awesome deal. I just got my first order from MH yesterday, four #10 cans and shipping was around $22. 48 #10 cans, WOW, the savings in shipping alone is worth it, but where am I going to put them all, is what I'm wondering. :lol: I gotta get on the ball and make some room quick! So what is considered a serving size? 1/2 cup? 1 cup? The good thing about storing all this food is that it'll still be good when I retire, some 25 years from now. :lol:

What extra savings do we get by using Paypal? I gotta think about the logistics before placing an order. Would there be anyway to try to get it delivered on a Monday, say put in the order the previous Monday? It's my day off, and I'm going to need to be there when the order comes, else the UPS guy is gonna hate me. Finally, what is the drop dead date for this group order?

Oh, I'm also interested in the Weza. I want one, how much do you sell them for and is there going to be a group order? Thanks.
 
Safecastle

Safecastle

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Great balls of fire ... where is all the traffic on this thread coming from? Dennis or mods ... can anyone look at that and tell me?
 
Safecastle

Safecastle

Emergency Essentials Store
gillmanNSF said:
This sounds like an awesome deal. I just got my first order from MH yesterday, four #10 cans and shipping was around $22. 48 #10 cans, WOW, the savings in shipping alone is worth it, but where am I going to put them all, is what I'm wondering. :lol: I gotta get on the ball and make some room quick! So what is considered a serving size? 1/2 cup? 1 cup?

Most of the entrees, the serving size is one cup. The eggs w/ bacon is half a cup.

The good thing about storing all this food is that it'll still be good when I retire, some 25 years from now. :lol:

Good thought. I may have to start promoting ths stuff as a supplemental retirement plan. :p


What extra savings do we get by using Paypal?

No extra savings ... in fact I definitely prefer you send a cashiers check or money order. Paypal fees to me are killer.

I gotta think about the logistics before placing an order. Would there be anyway to try to get it delivered on a Monday, say put in the order the previous Monday? It's my day off, and I'm going to need to be there when the order comes, else the UPS guy is gonna hate me.

Sorry--can't do that on the free shipping. It's just impossible to know when something will ship, with what carrier, and how long that carrier will take. If you leave some special delivery instructions with your order, we can include that with the shipment. (Leave with a neighbor, or at the front door, or call your cell phone before delivery, etc.)

Finally, what is the drop dead date for this group order?

I'm thinking mid-March.

Oh, I'm also interested in the Weza. I want one, how much do you sell them for and is there going to be a group order? Thanks.

We pulled together a group order for the Wezas many moons ago. Then, the manufacturer in China ran into some kind of problem and initial delivery to North America was delayed. That first shipment to North America is expected in about a week now and our most patient buyers will start taking delivery about a week later, I expect. I am expecting my own at that time and will ensure that the product is up to snuff before I list it again in my store. (Price as yet undetermined.) I may very well do another special buy here in about a month if all goes well.
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gillmanNSF

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Thanks for the response. I can pay the extra fee for using paypal. It's so convenient for me whereas the drive to the bank, money orders, cashier's checks, stamps and then the drive to the post office are the two place I absolutely hate to go....I'd rather have a root canal. :lol: (I still have a refund check from the IRS I haven't deposited yet. :lol: )

I would have to make some kind of arrangement for delivery like the cell phone because I am a day sleeper and the doorbell is disconnected.

I'll wait until the reviews about the performance of the Weza are in to order one then. If they're good I might order two!.
 
tangent

tangent

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> > Quote:
Originally Posted by CanadianGuy
what about delivery to Canada?

> Sorry ... customs regs prevent shipment outside the US.

Just a thought, but the majority of the Canadian Population lives within 100 Miles of the US borded. For this, and future things, it might be worthwhile to eithor locate shipping places that will take delivery or put a call out to members just this side of the Canadian border that would be willing to accept drop ships for our Canadian members.

-t
 
Safecastle

Safecastle

Emergency Essentials Store
It's true that I have heard of several Canadian customers who have the seller deliver to an American address--friends, relatives, PO Boxes, etc. I don't have a clue though how they get the food over the border ... I presume the border checks would be looking for the same types of goods and confiscate it if it doesn't meet the regs.

Those of you cross the border regularly would know better ... it would be good to know. I wonder if mailing/shipping requirements for foods are different than for those who carry it over and declare it???
 
Just a Nurse 2

Just a Nurse 2

Senior Member
To personally bring into Canada

http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/corpaffr/publications/canada/canadae.shtml

Allowed into Canada. All items must be clean and free of pests, soil and roots.

Cheese Except if packed in whey. - 20 kg/person to a maximum of $20.

Baby formula Commercially packaged

Seeds Small seed:500 g/person,
Large seed (such as beans): 5 kg

Cut flowers Except coniferous foliage/green cones.
Must not be for propagation.

Fresh fruits: tropical - 250 kg/person

Fruits and vegetables: frozen, canned or dried 20 kg/person

Some fresh vegetables Root crops are regulated. Contact CBSA

Herbs, spices, tea, coffee, condiments Allowed

Bakery goods, candies, etc. Except those containing meat

Fish and seafood All species except puffer fish and Chinese mitten crab (Eriocheir)

Leather goods and skins Fully tanned hides and skins

Wood, carvings Must be free of bark, insects

Allowed from the United States. Proof of origin may be required.

- Update to Import Restrictions - United States

Dairy Products $20/person

Temperate fruits (e.g. those grown in Canada) Restricted, contact CBSA

House Plants Most mainland U.S. States

Coniferous wreaths, Christmas trees Some mainland U.S. States

Conifers and garden plants Restricted, contact CBSA

Meat: fresh/frozen/chilled 20 kg/person with specific limits of
a maximum of one whole turkey or 10 kilograms of turkey products; and
a maximum of 10 kilograms of chicken; and
a maximum of 5 kilograms of beef or veal.


Meat products: jerky, sausages, deli meats, patties, etc. (within above amounts)

Game animal carcasses With hunter's permit

Animal fat or suet 20 kg/person

But ... http://pe.usps.gov/text/imm/immicl/immiclcd_003.html

If shipped ... Meat and meat food products must be accompanied by an export certificate issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and labeled in accordance with Canadian regulations. Exception to these requirements are:

(1) bona fide sample shipments weighing less than 10 kg;

(2) meat products addressed to a government department or agency;

(3) meat products intended for personal consumption when they enter Canada in the possession of the importer.

= more paperwork if they're shipped
 
Safecastle

Safecastle

Emergency Essentials Store
Thank you for that, JaN2--it looks like it's no problem bringing it in in person.

Mountain House does not do individual shipments to Canada, but my understanding is that they do have a few distributors up there.
 
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