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Emergency Preparedness

In other words this generally means when the grid goes down what you should have just in case. Others will say this is a survival bag, SHTF kit (Sh*t Hits The Fan) or bug out bag and in time we will all need these no matter where you are or if your in grid or off grid, it’s never too late to be prepared.

Here’s a general list of things you should have just in case and by no means is this list all inclusive. It’s never too early to start getting your kit in order.

  • Water
  • Non-perishable food
  • Water filters
  • Flashlights
  • Matches
  • Fire starters or dried branches/twigs
  • Emergency candles
  • Batteries
  • Tinder
  • Magnifying glass 
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Pocketknife’s 
  • Multitool 
  • Paracord
  • Pliers
  • Duct tape 
  • Fishing line
  • Manual can opener
  • Wrench
  • Hammer
  • Stakes
  • Cell phone with rechargeable battery banks
  • Metal pots and mugs
  • Plates and bowls 
  • Paper clips
  • Plastic utensils
  • Warm clothing
  • Space blanket or wool blankets
  • Raincoat or poncho
  • Tent or large tarp 
  • Sleeping bag for each person
  • Whistles
  • Radios 
  • Signaling mirror 
  • Prescription medication’s
  • Non-prescription medicine
  • Safety pins
  • Gauze
  • Triple antibiotic ointment or healing salve 
  • Various sizes of bandaids
  • Antiseptic wipes 
  • Tweezers
  • Trash bags
  • Paper towels
  • Moist towelettes
  • Feminine supplies
  • Compass
  • Cash
  • Pet supplies
  • Baby supplies
  • Glasses and contact lense solution
  • Waterproof bags for supplies 

It’s never too early to get your bag prepared and you can add more to this list, how you see fit or feel you need.

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  • Tracy Mejias

    Homesteader and off grid farmer, married to my soul mate and mom to 3 grown kiddos, Nana to 7. Enjoys reading the Bible, rainwater harvesting, bargain hunting, building, repurposing, frugal living, gardening and making all natural body products.

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