Home Survival Kit Checklist
When assembling this survival kit, keep in mind that the size of your
household will affect the quantity needed for several kit items.
Essential Items
axe or saw
basic tool box (hammer, nails, screwdriver, pliers, adjustable wrench,
screwin hooks, etc.)
belt knife (with sharpening stone)
camp stove (one burner) with all necessary supplies
cash
childcare items, if applicable (diapers, formula, bottles, etc.)
clothing and footwear suitable for outdoor temperatures
cooking container(s)
duct tape
emergency candles
fire extinguisher
firstaid kit and extra prescription medicines
flashlight
garbage bags (2, preferably orange, large)
lighter (butane is best)
matches (strikeanywhere type) in a waterproof metal case
mealreplacement drinks (7day supply per person)
multitool or Swiss Army–style knife
nonperishable food (7day supply per person)
pencil/pen and paper
portable toilet and sanitation supplies
rope or parachute cord
rubber gloves
shovel
sleeping bags
solar or handcrank powered light, radio, and cell phone charger
thermal blankets
tissue packs and wet wipes
tube tent and/or tarp >>
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