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Expect the Unexpected
Our world is a very uncertain place where we don’t know what could happen
next. But what we do know is that sooner or later, you’re going to witness a
disaster - whether natural or man-made - of some kind in your lifetime.
Natural disasters would include blizzards, earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes,
and pandemic diseases, resulting in power outages, shortages of food and water,
and social unrest.
Man-made disasters would include chemical and bio-chemical warfare, war, civil-
unrest, food and water contamination, oil crises, terrorism, fire and many others.
In order to survive, you have to expect that anything can happen.
Plan for It
Planning for a disaster of any kind is daunting but it is a necessary evil. We know
that you cannot possibly prepare for every type of disaster, but urge you to at
least put together a kit that contains items that you will need to survive ~ at least
for a little while.
Keeping in mind that after a major disaster the usual services we take for granted,
such as running water, refrigeration, and telephones, may be unavailable, so plan
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Experts recommend that you should be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least
three days be sure to include adequate amounts for each member of your family.
A well-supplied home survival kit will allow you to eat, administer simple first aid,
receive emergency information, and more.
Creating a Survival Kit
Your survival kit does not need to be elaborate or expensive. Keep items in
airtight plastic bags and put your entire disaster supplies kit in one or two easy-to-
carry containers, such as a bucket, garbage bin, camping backpack or duffel
bag. You could use a backpack, a suitcase (preferably with wheels) or any other
case that would be easy to take with you.
You need to prepare for times when you will be bunkered at home and for times
when you would need to flee. If you’re so inclined, you may want to prepare two
survival kits - one for home and one for on the go. Either way, you will want your
survival kit to be as mobile - and as accessible - as possible.
How many items you put in your kit depends on how you will carry the kit. A kit
carried on your body will have to be smaller than one carried in a vehicle or one
that has wheels.
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33 Items You Need To Survive
You can go out and purchase everything all at once or start by gathering some of
the items on the list and then adding little by little each time you go shopping.
When selecting items to put into your survival kit, select items that have two or
more functions. A prime example of a multi-function tool would be the Swiss
Army knife.
Do not duplicate items unnecessarily, as this increases the size and weight of your
kit. Also referred to as a Bug Out Bag, 72-Hour Bag or a Grab and Run kit, your
basic survival kit should include…
1. Aluminum Foil
There are so many uses for aluminum foil that makes this a must-have in
your kit ~ cooking, heating, makeshift containers, signalling devices, food
preservation, and the list goes on.
2. Batteries
Many of your critical and important survival items operate using batteries.
You need to keep a rotating supply of fresh standard size batteries such as
AA, AAA, C, D, and 9 volt. If any of your survival items require anything
different, you would need to include these as well.
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3. Blankets and Sleeping Bags
A survival blanket can be used as an emergency shelter, sleeping bag or can
be an extra layer added to your existing sleeping bag if you are expecting a
cold night.
Thermal sleeping bags are ideal for all emergencies. They can be used to
prevent and counter hypothermia by reducing heat loss from a person's
body, to cover injured victims in order to help reduce shock, to line the
inside of a sleeping bag, and can even be used in a hot environment to
provide shade as a shelter barrier.
4. Candles, light sticks, and flashlights
Candles are the perfect survival tool as they are great for providing you with
hours of light, and in a small room or tent can help provide extra heat. They
also can be used for cooking. A good candle can actually provide you with
enough heat to cook or boil a small amount of water. It’s also a lot easier
and safer to use a candle to light your fires than it is to hold a lighter or
match.
Light sticks are waterproof, do not need batteries, are inexpensive, and are
disposable and provide instant light for up to 12 hours.
You will want to choose a flashlight that does more than just light up. You
want a multi-functional unit that perhaps provides a radio, cell phone
charging and other necessary tools.
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5. Cash
Pack a supply of a variety of nominations, especially smaller bills. During a
black-out, it is unlikely that stores/vendors will be making change. You can
also use cash for any last-minute shopping that you’re able to do; vending
machines (if there is power); gas; hiring others and bribes.
6. Clothing
Pack sturdy footwear and at least one change of clothes for each member.
Synthetic and wool clothing dry more quickly than cotton and are more
thermally efficient at regulating body temperature.
7. Communications equipment
It is best to have a solar powered battery charger for all your
communications equipment such as mobile phone or portable radio. If you
don’t have solar, be sure that you pack chargers and batteries.
Mobile phones are excellent, however they do not work in all areas and
often times the network becomes jammed during a disaster. If voice calls are
unable to transmit, try sending a text message.
8. Duct Tape
This flexible, durable, waterproof tape has many practical uses during a
disaster situation. It can be used for repairs; sealing (and re-sealing); double
as rope or perhaps bandages; marking trails; among other things.
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9. Extra personal items
Don’t forget to have extra reading or prescription eye glasses, keys to your
house and vehicles, prescription medications, hearing aid or other vital
personal items.
10. Fire Extinguishers
Pack a maintained fire extinguisher that works on all types of fires. This
could come in very handy during a fire emergency.
11. First-aid kit with first-aid and survival handbooks
A first aid kit is essential for all well-built survival kits. The kit should include
bandages, sterile pads, gauze, scissors and disinfectant. Also include aspirin,
antacids and prescription medication you may take.
12. Fishing supplies/tools
A decent and useful survival fishing kit need not be large or expensive, but it
should have a good supply of strong fishing line and hooks as crafting these
items by hand would be unnecessarily frustrating and time-consuming in a
survival situation.
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13. Food
Food can sometimes be the hardest thing to pack because it is heavy and
takes up room. An important thing to remember is the food packed in your
kit should be calorie dense, easy to carry and easy to eat/heat (if necessary)
You will want to pack food items that are familiar and appealing to your
family members, rather than buying special emergency food. Don’t forget
to include the nutrition needs of your pets.
The best foods require no refrigeration, are low in salt, and do not require
cooking (e.g. canned fruit, vegetables, peanut butter, jam, low-salt crackers,
cookies, cereals, nuts, dried fruit, canned soup or meats, juices and non-fat
dry milk).
To ensure usability, keep track of expiration dates and be sure to include
baby food and formula or other diet items for infants or seniors, if necessary.
14. Garbage bags
Garbage bags are lightweight, easily carried, and offer many potential uses.
They offer protection from the elements; ability to hold/collect water;
carrying sacks; protective clothing; and much more.
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15. Generator
If electrical outage is a realistic problem, a large generator should be part of
your survival kit. Keep in mind that you need to know exactly how to use one
(it's incredible how many people who own them don't), and have a supply of
fuel on hand. There is surely nothing more useless than a 4,500 generator
sitting idle during a blackout because you didn't think about what to feed it.
16. Gloves
Durable work gloves can be used to protect your hands against cuts and
abrasions while sifting through debris after an emergency event.
17. Lighters and waterproof matches
Starting a fire is the single most important thing to survive in any
environment. Fire can be used for light, cooking and protection. Keeping
your matches dry is an important thing and can easily be done with an empty
prescription bottle.
18. Map, compass, whistle, GPS
Knowing which direction you are headed and where you need to be are
essential. Keep maps of your surrounding area in your survival bags.
A reliable compass and the know-how to use it are also essential for a
survival kit.
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The whistle is a core signalling device and takes the least amount of energy
to use and can be heard at great distances.
19. Masks
There may be things in the air that you do not want to be breathing into your
lungs. Pack a supply of dust masks to help filter contaminated air. If you
wish, you may upgrade to a respirator mask which works much harder.
20. Mirror
A mirror can be used for signalling, checking your face for wounds, looking at
your back for wounds/ticks, and can also be used to start fire if the
conditions are right.
21. Portable stove and fuel
An integral part of your survival kit is having the ability to cook while you do
not have access to your home stove. While it may be more suitable to build
a campfire but having another way to cook food is ideal. Don’t forget to
pack plenty of fuel.
22. Rain / Foul Weather gear
You have a number of choices when it comes to foul weather gear ~ a rain
suit or a poncho. Both have their limitations and advantages so it’s your
choice as to what to include. Not only is rain gear important for the obvious
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purpose, but it can also be used as a survival shelter, for water/food
gathering and so much more.
23. Rope
50 feet of heavy-duty nylon string or light rope can be used for making
snares or assisting in making other traps; lashing branches together to build
a shelter; assisting in first aid (splints, tourniquets, slings), or to make survival
tools such as spears.
24. Sewing kit
Your sewing kit should be packed with extra heavy-duty thread and/or
dental floss to allow you to make repairs and alterations.
25. Swiss Army Knife (or other multi-function tool)
Various models of Swiss Army knives exist and the most common tools
featured are, in addition to the main blade, a smaller second blade,
tweezers, toothpick, corkscrew, can opener, bottle opener, slotted/flat-head
screwdriver(s), Phillips-head screwdriver, nail file, scissors, saw (regular,
wood), file, hook (parcel carrier, tightening aid for shoelaces, etc.),
magnifying glass, ballpoint pen, fish scaler, hex wrench w/bits, pliers, and key
ring. Recent technological even include USB flash drives, digital clock, digital
altimeter, LED light, laser pointer, and MP3 player.
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26. Tent
Your tent (or shelter) can be as simple as a hardware store tarp or as
complex as 4-season mountaineering tent. Ideally the ultimate survival
shelter will be lightweight; large enough for all members; and offer
protection from rain, wind, sun, and insects.
27. Toiletries
It is well worth it to pack things like toilet paper, toothbrushes, soap, razor,
shampoo, diapers, dental floss, sunscreen, shaving equipment, laundry
detergents, feminine hygiene products, hair care and skin products. Even if
you are unable to use everything as these items will come in handy if you
need to barter or trade with anyone.
28. Tools
Tools that would be ideal in a survival situation include the flexible saw,
crowbar, hammer & nails, staple gun, adjustable wrench and bungee cords,
screwdrivers, and pliers.
29. Towels and dishcloths
Towels and dishcloths can be used as a towel, dishcloth, pot holder, wash
cloth or emergency bandage.
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30. USB drive
Make and store your personal information and family’s data on a USB drive
and ensure it is password protected, as well as fire and water-proof. The
goal here should be to make sure you have the information that allows you
to easily replace anything that is lost.
31. Utensils/Paper plates/cups
Packing eating utensils, mixing bowls, pot, pan and spatula will go a long way
during meal times. If you would like to save space, you can purchase knife,
fork and spoon combinations ~ all three tools in one.
32. Water
Experts recommend packing at least one gallon of water per person per day.
You would also like to pack water purification chemicals and/or purifying
filter. Or alternatively, you can use chlorine bleach it to treat water by using
16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use
scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners.
33. Weapons
While this is purely preference, in an emergency situation you might be
dealing with social unrest and people are likely to do crazy things. Being
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prepared to defend yourself is part of the survivalist mindset but you need to
pack what is comfortable for you. Outside of guns your knife could be used
as weapon or perhaps something as simple as a big walking stick or club.
It’s been said that “it’s a crazy world out there” but knowing that you have a well-
prepared survival kit will definitely give you peace of mind.
Survival is mostly about attitude…and planning!
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