The Local Prepper
Cal, known as @thelocalprepper, is a US-based YouTuber making survival, preparedness and gear review videos along with commentary on current events. The channel has about 8.7 thousand subscribers and a median of 352 views per video, with frequent uploads and some long livestreams. Sponsored integrations are listed at $150 to $250 per video.
Survival gear buyers who watch the full review before purchasing
- Median of 352 views and a 90th percentile of 4,865 views on recent long-form uploads.
- Engagement rate of 1.81 percent with a like rate of 1.25 percent across the last 30 videos.
- Produces detailed product tests, such as a 48-hour portable water filter test in two parts.
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Content
- Formats
- livestream discussion, panel conversation, product review
- Tone
- candid, serious
- Language
- English
- On camera
- Yes, talking head
- Production
- Phone, natural light
- Typical length
- 8 to 15 minutes for most uploads, with livestream replays often over 45 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- outdoor and emergency gear
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The video 'They Sent Me This Water Filter To Test - Part 1' describes a product sent for review, and the description of 'I Tested The Survival Gear Everyone Is Faking' says the creator stopped taking free gear reviews in favor of paid work.
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We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Platforms
| Platform | Followers | Median views | Uploads, 90d |
|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube | 8.7k | 352 | 50 |
Benchmark score: 37 / 100
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Recent videos
▶What to eat when the grocery stores close #food #cooking #su · 15 views
▶Is America on the Brink of Collapse? Prepare Now · 295 views
▶UNSCHEDULED LIVESTREAM · 0 viewsLast three uploads, latest today.
Welcome to Cal AKA The Local Prepper — your spot for real, unfiltered vlogs and commentary on life, ideas, and whatever's on my mind (Mostly Prepping and gear reviews) . I'm Cal, and this channel is all about showing up authentically: daily(ish) vlogs capturing my routines, creative projects, outdoor adventures in the woods, personal wins and lessons, and no-holds-barred commentary on topics that spark thought — from mindset and freedom to everyday observations and current events. Think raw storytelling, honest reflections, and a bit of that builder grit, minus any old labels. Subscribe and
About The Local Prepper
Cal, who runs @thelocalprepper on YouTube from the United States, posts survival, preparedness and gear review videos, along with livestreams and commentary on current events. Most uploads are self-filmed, with a low production budget, and recent content includes product tests, panel discussions and replays of longer streams.
The channel has about 8.7 thousand subscribers and a median of 352 views per video, so reach per upload is modest. The audience is estimated to skew toward adults aged 25 to 44 in the United States, with a majority male viewership; these are estimates from the content, not verified data.
Brands in outdoor, emergency and communications gear may find this channel suited to detailed product tests. The indicated rate is $150 to $250 per video, which is well within a budget range; at an effective CPM of $20 to $35 per 1,000 views, it compares to paid ad CPMs of $10 to $30 but depends on the median view count, which is low.
Written from The Local Prepper's public YouTube profile, platform data and web mentions. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Local Prepper can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The
How much does The Local Prepper charge for a sponsored video?
The Local Prepper's indicated rate for a sponsored integration is $150 to $250 per video. This is based on a median of 352 views per long-form video and is the minimum floor used for small channels.
What does The Local Prepper post about on YouTube?
The Local Prepper posts survival and preparedness content, including gear reviews, emergency planning discussions, livestream replays and commentary on current events. Most videos are self-filmed.
How do I contact The Local Prepper for a brand deal?
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