12-31-2008, 11:18 PM
All good things need a starting point. When it comes to preparedness there is a multitude of starting points. That's one of the toughest things about starting. So let me tell you ware I feel you should start. You should start with your in home kit. Putting your first kit together can seem pretty daunting. The recommendation these days is 72 hours worth of supplies. Putting this kit together should like every thing else in preparedness be taken one step at a time.
First step is to pick a container. The container should be plastic or steel with a as close to a air tight lid as you can get so it is as air and rodent resister as possible. It has to be big enough to hold all of your supplies
On the bottom of said container and working up you want to put tools such as screw- drivers, pliers, hammer,
rope, wire, duct tape and a wrench to shut off the gas and water supply. cooking utensils, including Sterno, stove, fuel,
cooking pot, paper plates, aluminum foil and garbage bags. Canned foods that are good to eat warm or cold, and pet
food if needed. Also include peanut butter, crackers, nuts, dried fruit or raisins.
a change of clothing (one per person per day) including foul weather gear and don't forget extra pairs of socks. as many as you can shove in all the left over nooks and crannies. don't forget sanitary supplies, include diapers (if Needed), bleach, paper towels, and toilet paper. Please do not forget the toilet paper. you will thank yourself if you remember that one simple item.
Also store EXTRA emergency supplies such as candles, matches and lighters, as well as a hand operated can opener, and or a p38. don't forget the batteries (store them in a zip lock bag). Its also a good idea if there is room to have one of those cheap shake lights and wind up radio. Don't be afraid to throw in stuff like magazines and cards. entertainment stuff will help the time go buy quickly. If you have small children don't forget little toys to keep them occupied.
1 gallons of water per person per day in durable containers treated for long term storage. Its always a wise idea to have extra for cleaning and cooking. Lets not forget first aid kit, blankets or sleeping bags for each person, work gloves, appropriate fire
extinguisher, and a wind up clock or watch. Also don't forget sheet plastic and duct tape.
This list was compiled from all over the internet, books, and personal experience. It is not by any means an exclusive list or fit for every body in every circumstances. It is mearly here to give you a starting point. hope it helps.
First step is to pick a container. The container should be plastic or steel with a as close to a air tight lid as you can get so it is as air and rodent resister as possible. It has to be big enough to hold all of your supplies
On the bottom of said container and working up you want to put tools such as screw- drivers, pliers, hammer,
rope, wire, duct tape and a wrench to shut off the gas and water supply. cooking utensils, including Sterno, stove, fuel,
cooking pot, paper plates, aluminum foil and garbage bags. Canned foods that are good to eat warm or cold, and pet
food if needed. Also include peanut butter, crackers, nuts, dried fruit or raisins.
a change of clothing (one per person per day) including foul weather gear and don't forget extra pairs of socks. as many as you can shove in all the left over nooks and crannies. don't forget sanitary supplies, include diapers (if Needed), bleach, paper towels, and toilet paper. Please do not forget the toilet paper. you will thank yourself if you remember that one simple item.
Also store EXTRA emergency supplies such as candles, matches and lighters, as well as a hand operated can opener, and or a p38. don't forget the batteries (store them in a zip lock bag). Its also a good idea if there is room to have one of those cheap shake lights and wind up radio. Don't be afraid to throw in stuff like magazines and cards. entertainment stuff will help the time go buy quickly. If you have small children don't forget little toys to keep them occupied.
1 gallons of water per person per day in durable containers treated for long term storage. Its always a wise idea to have extra for cleaning and cooking. Lets not forget first aid kit, blankets or sleeping bags for each person, work gloves, appropriate fire
extinguisher, and a wind up clock or watch. Also don't forget sheet plastic and duct tape.
This list was compiled from all over the internet, books, and personal experience. It is not by any means an exclusive list or fit for every body in every circumstances. It is mearly here to give you a starting point. hope it helps.