Survival Saturday

72 hour kit general list
This is a list I really like. It suits my style of doing things. It is compiled by the lovely gals over at Safely Gathered In. I am going to be using this as my running list for the next little while. I encourage you to work on yours as well. Post what does or does not work for you.

1 sturdy backpack per person (or rolling suitcase), or some tupperware bins (preferably with wheels). You pretty much need something that you will be able to grab at a moment's notice and throw into the back of the car

1 change of clothes per person

1 set of scriptures per family

1 flashlight per person

batteries

small first aid kit

personal documents (copies of birth certs, ss cards, wills, patriarchal blessings, insurance card copies, etc). It's also good to have copies of these to send to a family member who doesn't live in your same area

2 gallons water per person (this is a MINIMUM. 3 gallons per person is ideal)

$100 cash per family (make sure you have some change and small bills)

ax & shovel (obviously, this will probably not be kept WITH your kit, but have them available)utility knife

bucket

battery powered radio and light

small sewing kit

Food: here is an example of food to store in your kits. Remember to rotate every 6 months!

1 lb dried fruit or trail mix per person

1 pkg soda crackers AND graham crackers per person (there are 4 pkgs per box)

2 liter bottle of orange juice or similar per person

4 granola bars per person

1 can meat per person and

1 can beans per person chicken, tuna, etc and chili, etc.

2 sticks beef jerky per person

1 pkg chewing gum per person

2 packets hot chocolate mix per person

2 instant soup packets per person

1 roll of toilet paper per person

feminine needs

infant needs

1/2 lb dried milk per person

hard candy / lollipops

2 light sticks hand warmer / canned heat

prepare blankets or sleeping bags to be accessible at a moment's notice

1 small toothbrush per person

toothpaste, soap, and shampoo (travel sizes are great)

silver foil emergency blankets (one per person)

mosquito repellent

small entertainment (crayons, card games, etc) and paper/pencils

camp stove or portable BBQ & fuel work

gloves (2 pair per family)

mess kits or disposable plates/cups/bowls/utensils

pet supplies candles, holders, matches

aluminum foil

can opener

disinfectant

garbage bags

Things in yellow are things I have gathered up already.