72 Hour Kits - On Sale

Costco.ca has a fantastic 4 person 72 hour kit on Sale....ONLY $125!!!

This is a really great deal! Plus you can just order on line and they will bring it right to your door! EASY AND DONE!!!

Sale is good until March 7

STEP TWO - WATER

If you are joining me on this journey and don't have STEP ONE done don't worry!! Just do what you can....use an old laundry basket or plastic bags.....just keep going! Don't be a perfectionist! Just do what you can!

Start compiling and eventually you will get everything!

So step 2 is simple......Water.
I added some water bottles, a water pump, and a water purifying straw. Do what you can right now! Anything is better than nothing!

Get Going!! Get Prepared!! Have Fun!!

STEP ONE - CONTAINER

Tonight I stopped by Walmart. While I was walking around a little thought said "get some back packs for your 72 hour kits". I picked up 2 and when I got home I felt soooo great!! I have been putting this off for way too long. I don't know why? I just haven't put a kit together yet. I guess just taking that first step made all the difference. Who knew??? Hopefully if you haven't done one yet you will join me! I am going to blog my journey into some easy steps!

Here are some ideas of containers to put your 72 hour kits in....hope this gets you started!

The classic backpack, light weight and easy to carry

The backpack with wheels

A suitcase


A large plastic bucket - durable, water proof, rodent proof, and can be used as a seat!

Same as above bucket with added bonus of a toilet seat!

Will store more - wouldn't be easy to "take with you" unless by car.

Over Night Bag

So I was just on the phone with a good friend (Sharla) and she mentioned starting your children's 72 kits by packing an over night bag. What a great idea! Get your kids involved! Pack pj's toothbrush and toothpaste. Throw in a change of clothes, some snacks and a bottle of water.....Done! Thanks Sharla!

Get Going! Get Prepared! Have Fun!

72 hour Scavenger

I went on to numerous sites and found numerous lists for 72 hour kits. Basically you need Food, Water, and clothing for 72 hours. Most cases suggest that you will be in your home with these items but some suggest making these kits available in case you have to leave your home. Once you leave your home there are other items you will probably need considering you can't be in your house (shelter etc...)
This list is really extensive and I don't expect everyone to have all items. But it's better to list everything so you can consider your options.

Guess what?? I don't have a 72 hour kit!! Yes that's right....I love all this stuff and I probably have quite a few items on the list but I have yet to put it all together. So this post is for me too! My Goal is to see what I have and put it together. I will try to take a picture and post it once I can.

Food and Water
Protein/Granola Bars
Trail Mix/Dried Fruit
Crackers/Cereals (for munching)
Canned Tuna, Beans, Turkey, Beef, Canned meals, ravioli, spaghetti etc (with pop off tops)Utensils
Can opener
Flavored water packs (crystal light etc…)
Juice boxes
Candy/Gum
Water (1 Gallon/4 Liters Per Person)
Water Filtration Straw or Sport Bottle
Water Filtration Pump

Bedding and Clothing
Change of Clothing (short and long sleeved shirts, pants, jackets, socks, etc.)
Undergarments
Sturdy Shoes
Hats for warmth or protection from the sun
Rain Coat - All weather Poncho
Emergency Heat Blankets (that keep in warmth)
Hot pockets for hands and feet
Sleeping bags or blankets
Plastic Sheet
Gloves for working and carrying stuff
Temp Shelter
Tent
Tarp
Rope
Umbrella (for wind, rain, snow, sun)

Fuel, Light, Communications
Batteries
Lighting (Flashlights, Lamps, etc.) Don't forget batteries!
Extra Batteries
Solar or crank flashlights
Flares
Candles
Lighter
Water-Proof Matches
Flint
Radio crank or battery

Information
Survival 101 booklet for general safety and survival information.
First Aid Book
Maps

Equipment
Hand Shovel
Radio (with batteries!)
Pen and Paper
Axe
Pocket Knife
Rope
Tarp
Whistle
Duct tape
scissors
compass
Mirror

Personal Supplies and Medication
First Aid Supplies
Medical supplies (hearing aids with extra batteries, glasses, contact lenses, syringes, cane)
N95 or surgical masks
Toiletries, toilet paper, tooth brush, tooth paste, tampax, pads
Cleaning Supplies (mini hand sanitizer, soap, shampoo, dish soap, etc.)
Medication (Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, children's medication, children's tylenol etc.)Prescription Medication (for 3 days)
Wet ones (individual wipes)
Cloths
Towels

Personal Documents and Money(Place these items in a water-proof ziploc)
Scriptures
Patriarchal Blessing
Legal Documents (Birth/Marriage Certificates, Wills, Passports, Contracts, etc)
Insurance Policies
Cash and coin
Credit Card
Pre-Paid Phone Cards

Miscellaneous
Bag(s) to put 72 Hour Kit items in (such as duffel bags or back packs, which work great)
Make sure you can lift/carry it!
ziploc bags, put items in ziploc bags.
These always come in handy!
Entertainment items
Garbage bags
Extra set of car keys and house keys

Infant Needs (if applicable)Items for infants, such as formula, diapers, wipes, bottles, and pacifiers.
Pet supplies collar, leash, ID, food, carrier, bowl

Notes: Update your 72 Hour Kit every six months (put a note in your calendar/planner) to make sure that: all food, water, and medication is fresh and has not expired; clothing fits; personal documents and credit cards are up to date; and batteries are charged.

You can include any other items in your 72 Hour Kit that you feel are necessary for your family's survival.

Make sure you are mobile: Everyone shouldn't have to carry heavy bags. Use backpacks with wheels or keep a stroller handy for children or items.