There are 20 things here, get as many as you can. YOU will feel a sense of empowerment after you have gathered these items together.
- A 3-day supply of non-perishable food (dried fruit, canned food, cereal bars, peanut butter, etc.)
- Bottled water, at least a gallon a day, per person.
- A GO|STAY|KIT® to keep copies of important family documents, names of family medicines, insurance policies, bank info, I.D. etc.
- A crank (non-electric) can opener.
- A first aid kit.
- Family prescriptions and glasses.
- Sleeping bags or blankets for everyone.
- A change of clothes for at least 3 days, including sturdy shoes.
- Matches in a waterproof container,
- Pen and paper for leaving notes.
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, handi-wipes, and feminine hygiene supplies.
- Battery, or hand-cranked radio, and extra batteries.
- Flashlight with extra batteries.
- Cellphone with a solar charger, car charger, and plug-in AC charger.
- A whistle.
- Local maps.
- Your pet and its pet supplies.
- If you have a baby, then you need to think about the baby’s necessary supplies, and possibly a stuffed animal.
- If you have children, then you need to think about games and activities for them.
- Paper plates, paper cups, utensils, paper towels, and garbage bags.
