72 Hour Kit

We all need to have a 72 hour kit to have just in case. Even Glenn Beck thinks that it is important.

The following items would be great for your kit:

FOOD AND WATER
(A three day supply of food and water, person, when no refrigeration or cooking is available)

• Protein/Granola Bars
• Trail Mix/Dried Fruit
• Crackers/Cereals (for munching)
• Canned Tuna, Beans, Turkey, Beef, Vienna Sausages, etc ("pop-top cans that open without a can-opener are ideal)
• Canned Juice
• Candy/Gum
• Water (1 gallon/4 liters per person)

BEDDING AND CLOTHING

• change of clothing (short and long sleeved shirts, pants, jackets, socks, etc.)
• Undergarments
• Rain Coat/Poncho
• Blankets and Emergency Heat Blanks (that keep in warmth)
• Cloth Sheet
• Plastic Sheet

FUEL AND LIGHT

• Battery Lighting (Flashlights, Lamps, etc. ) Don't forget batteries!
• Extra Batteries
• Flares
• Candles
• Lighter
• Water-Proof Matches

EQUIPMENT

• Can Opener
• Dishes/Utensils
• Shovel
• Radio (with batteries!)
• Pen and Paper
• Axe
• Pocket Knife
• Rope

PERSONAL SUPPLIES AND MEDICATION

• First Aid Supplies
• Toiletries (roll of toilet paper-remove the center tube to easily flatten into a zip-lock bag, feminine hygiene, folding brush, etc.
• cleaning Supplies (mini hand sanitizer, soap, shampoo, dish soap, etc.) Immunization Up-to Date
• Medication (Acetaminophen, ibuprofen, children's medication etc.) Prescription Medication (for 3 days)

PERSONAL DOCUMENT AND MONEY

• Scriptures
• Genealogy Records
• Patriarchal Blessing
• Legal Documents, (Birth/Marriage Certificates, Wills, Passports,Contracts, etc)
• Vaccination Papers
• Insurance Policies
• Cash
• Credit Card
• Pre-Paid Phone Cards

MISCELLANEOUS

• Bag (s) to put 72 hour kit items in (such as duffel bags or back packs, which work great) Make sure you can lift/carry it.
• Infant Needs (if applicable)

NOTES:

1. Update your 72 Hour Kit every six months (put a note in your calendar/planner) to make sure that: all food, water, and medication is fresh and has not expired; clothing fits; personal documents and credit cards are up to date; and batteries are charged.
2. Small toys/games are important too as they will provide some comfort and entertainment during a stressful time.
3. Older children can be responsible for their own pack of items/clothes too.
4. You can include any other items in your 72 Hour Kit that you feel are necessary for your family's survival.