The Build Your Best-Ever Emergency Kit ok Workbo The Eight S's

Sanitation

Sustenance

Sanity

Shelter

Security

Seasonal

Strength

Survival

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Flattened roll of toilet paper or 2 of tissues Bar of soap in a plastic box with lid Feminine hygiene products, if necessary Wet wipes/diaper wipes Hand sanitizer Toothbrush Toothpaste Dental floss Foot/body powder Change of clothes Small hand towel Shampoo Small comb or hairbrush A roll of dog poop for waste disposal (or zip-locs!) Clorox wipes Heavy-duty black trash Ziploc bags Bleach - a few ounces in glass bottle with dropper Face mask Water filter Water purification tablets ______

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All of these foods and beverages are shelf-stable and typically do very well in varying temperatures. Be sure to have a can opener if you're carrying canned foods. Utensils – One set per person. Small cup and plate – One per person. Hard candies 5 days’ worth of food Energy bars (high calorie) Powdered energy drink mix V8 juice Gatorade mix Cocoa or hot apple cider mixes Instant coffee, if ya just gotta have it! Packets of dry milk Shelf stable milk Just-add-hot-water freeze dried meals MRE’s (heat sensitive & heavy) Ready-to-eat canned meals, such as chili and beef Canned stew, soup Breakfast bars Almonds and other nuts Sunflower seeds Granola Canned pasta Tuna packs Peanut butter or other nut butter Jerky Dried fruit/fruit leather

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Canned fruit Applesauce/fruit cups Rice cakes Pilot bread Triscuits or other hard crackers Lollipops Cheese spread in jars Cookies Pudding cups Packets of sweetener/honey ______

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Tarp Shower curtain Tablecloth Lightweight tent Emergency blanket Zip ties Duct tape Bungee cord Inflatable pillow Paracord/rope Battery powered fan Light sources -- ambient light Solar lantern, solar path light, Battery powered tea light -- nightlight Bivvy Sack Fleece bags Silk liner -- more expensive, weighs 6 oz. Small towel/travel towel Eyeshades Sleeping pad Privacy shades Heat source – Small butane/propane stove Hand/foot warmers

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Bug spray Mosquito net Radio (news, entertainment) – battery/solar/hand-crank ______

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Bear spray Pepper spray Emergency phone numbers and addresses Cell phone charger Charged battery pack Cash – Enough to cover expenses for at least 5 days, including hotel, gas, and food. Knife Whistle Panic button alarm Padlock and cable Reflective tape Ham radio Binoculars Paper map of city/state Firearm Loaded magazines ______

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Small notebook Pencil and pencil sharpener Foam earplugs Deck of cards Books on CD Age-appropriate entertainment items Puzzle books Kindle Small stuffed animal or other comfort item Bible or other inspirational books Music device with charging cord & solar charger Small photo album ______

thesurvivalmom.com Strength

A first aid kit Prescription medications (LIST) ______Over-the-counter medication (adult/children) LIST ______Sunblock Insect repellent Ace bandage Moleskin Tweezers Small scissors Birth control Nutritional supplements Gummy multivitamins for kids Essential oils Instant cold pack Burn gel Neosporin, antiseptic cream Alcohol pads ______

thesurvivalmom.com Seasonal Warm Weather

• Sunscreen • Insect repellent • Chapstick/lip balm • Broad-brimmed hat • Small spray bottle filled with water • Battery powered fans • Thermometer to check body temperature for overheating • Instant ice pack • Folding hand fans • Sunglasses • Visor • Long-sleeved loosely fitted light colored cotton shirt • Hairband to keep hair up and off neck • Bandana • Cooling towel • ______• ______• ______

Cold weather

• Hand and foot warmers • Electric hand warmers • Wool mittens (warmer than gloves) • Wool socks • Immersion heater for car • Wool beanie • Shoe Goo to waterproof and seal shoes • Long underwear • Pair of fleece-lined tights • Cold/flu medicine • ______• ______• ______

thesurvivalmom.com Survival Sundries

A portable radio Waterproof matches or lighter – Teens and adults only. Fire starters Extra batteries Emergency blanket Rain poncho Duct tape Maps of area Sharpie marker A laminated map of immediate area with marked evacuation routes knife and/or multi-tool Thumb drive with scanned documents, family photos, and other important information Cotton, brimmed hat Work gloves Heavy duty trash bags Compass --Learn how to use it. It's more complicated than you think! Hand tools -- wrench, screwdriver Small survival manual Change of clothing -- think layers and muted colors, vacuum seal if possible to minimize bulk. Safety pins Small sewing kit ______

thesurvivalmom.com Packing List for Infants

Teething gel Infant earache drops Baby chest rub Nasal aspirator Saline drops Thermometer Vaseline Baby safe bug repellant Baby safe sunblock Liquid baby vitamins Baby medicine dropper Gas relief drops Band-Aids Wipes Antibiotic cream Tear-free baby shampoo Baby oil Diaper cream Baby powder Baby carrier Identification (shoe tags, disposable ID bracelets, Velcro ID bracelets, etc.) Diapers Hand-sanitizing wipes Garbage bag for disposing of diapers and wipes 4-6 outfit changes A couple of toys

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2-3 warm baby blankets 2-3 Burp cloths (pre-folded diapers work great for this) Pacifier- if your baby needs one Formula and bottle; or baby food and spoon Sippy Cup and little bottles of Gerber juice (if age appropriate) Water (for mixing formula and drinking) A wipeable bib (not cloth) ______

thesurvivalmom.com Packing List for Your Pet

Dry food packed in labeled, zip-top bags and/or Canned pet food (check expiration date on can) Can opener, if needed Hay/grain for horses or other livestock Water – One gallon per pet per day for dogs and cats Important papers Description of animal Name Species Breed Color Sex Age Distinguishing features Proof of vaccinations Proof of Coggin’s test for horses Registration and licensing papers List of possible emergency shelters within 50-mile radius Animal shelters Boarding facilities Equestrian centers Stables Pet-friendly hotels Current photos Front and back of each animal in good lighting Photo of family member(s) with pet to establish ownership Bedding, towels, blankets Bowls for food and water Cage, carrier or kennel for each pet Litter and litter box Trash bags Paper towels Muzzle (Even gentle pets can become aggressive if they are stressed or in pain. Soft, cloth muzzles are available at pet stores.) Brushes for long-haired pets Leash

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• Extra collar, harness • First aid kit Bandage material and non-stick wound dresssings Scissors Claw clippers Styptic powder Diphenhydramine for allergic reactions (liquid or tablets). Eye wash (Sterile saline, not contact lens solution.) Cortisone cream Triple antibiotic cream Syringe with both tsp and ml markings Hydrogen peroxide Any current prescription medications Probiotic, such as Lactobacillus Pepto Bismol for diarrhea Meclizine for motion sickness Flea/tick preventative medication • For horses and larger animals: Hoof care tools Fly spray Halters Lead ropes Pans Buckets Twitch Leg wraps • ID for your pet Tags on collars for dogs and catss Tags on halter for horses and other large animals Microchip Ear tags for cattle, which also utilize RFID technology Permanent marker on shell or scales of turtle or other reptiles Spray paint on hooves of large animals Leg bands on birds Tattoos Brands for large animals

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thesurvivalmom.com The Bullseye Kit Assessment

Within each circle below, write the destinations you typically travel to within any given month, e.g. school, work, social events, errands, etc. If your everyday travels are mostly urban/suburban, you probably don't need wilderness survival gear in your kit. Spend time in rural areas? Do a lot of driving at night? Your plans and the supplies/gear you pack will need to meet those needs. Now look at where you spend most of your time and equip your kit accordingly.

Within 10 miles

Within 5 miles

Within 2 miles

Home

thesurvivalmom.com Alternatives to the

When it comes to selecting a bag for an emergency kit, many of us veer in the direction of tactical looking , or any type of backpack at all. And, it’s no wonder. A good backpack will have multiple and pouches to help organize your gear and supplies, they can be carried on your back, leaving hands free, but they aren’t always the right solution for every scenario.

Here are a few viable alternatives:

1. A rolling on wheels. A cheaply made suitcase with flimsy wheels will quickly become frustrating. Here are some of the best brands on the market for something solid and reliable: Pelican (expensive), Briggs and Riley (expensive), Away, Travelpro, Mother Load (on wheels), Kirkland from Costco, PacSafe, and Rimowa. Research, compare prices and look for used at thrift and consignment stores.

2. A plastic bin with lid. The advantage of using this is that they come in varying sizes depending on your needs. They can be stacked and when empty, the bins can serve double duty as a sink, trash bin, or other uses. However, they are not especially easy to carry for long distances.

3. 5-Gallon bucket with lid. This is another versatile container. Sometimes grocery store bakeries give them away for free or for a minimal charge. When empty, the bucket can serve to gather firewood, hold water, or used as an emergency toilet. The wire handles can bear only so much weight and over time, become uncomfortable to carry.

4. Duffel bags. These can be picked up at military surplus stores at bargain prices. Since they are soft-sided, you can overstuff them -- they hold a lot! However, it's difficult to organize the contents and the fabric isn't waterproof.

5. Diaper bag. Believe it or not, a diaper bag isn't a bad choice! The interior has pockets and other compartments. Look for one with a waterproof interior.

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