Week 7 72 Hour kits

Now that you have your food items it's time for you to pack protection from the elements! Here are some suggestions for that

Clothing Suggestions:

Remember, the clothing you have on during a disaster may be cut, ripped, or ruined in some way or another, so you should include one change of clothing.

• Remember that you will need to be able to carry this pack. Keep your clothing as lightweight as is reasonable.
• If you do not have extra clothes to pack, try your local thrift store.
• Bright, solid colors are best as they will help make it easy for you to locate family members in large chaotic groups.
• Consider a sweatshirt and sweatpants. You could cut them off in warm weather. 
• If you have children, especially young children, think of how much you expect them to grow in the next 6 months. It is better to have clothing be slightly too big than not big enough!
• Don’t forget underwear, shoes and socks! In fact, while you may get away with just one change of clothing, I would recommend at least two changes of underwear and socks.

Shelter Suggestions:

Tents are ideal, but can get pricey. There are ways to protect yourself from the elements on a smaller budget.    If you have small children, make sure you choose something they will actually use / wear. You should show it to them and have them practice wearing it (poncho) or getting in it (tent etc).

Small Budget:

• Try a poncho(you can even use a large garbage bag instead), or a couple of drop cloths (hang one above you on trees or a rope, and lay one out under you if needed.

Medium Budget:

• A couple of tarps (used similarly to the drop cloths mentioned above with a rope), a more durable poncho, or a tube tent.

Larger Budget:

• A popup or dome tent

I also suggest getting sunblock and putting it in your kits because living here in Arizona it can be used year round!

*Don't forget to add $1 to everyone's pack so that you have money in case of an emergency where debit/credit cards don't work!*

Week 10 Food Storage Challenge

Sorry I fell behind due to spring break but here is week 10s information! This week get 50 pounds of wheat for every 2 adults in your family. This is super easy to get! You can go to the cannery and get them pre packaged for $21 for 6 cans which is around 37 pounds of wheat. YOu can also order them online at many different food storage sites. You can visit www.providentliving.com where they have lots of different food storage that you can purchase online.

Week 6 72 hour kit goal

Now that you have your food and something to cook it with you will need something to eat it with! So here are a few suggestions for you:

• Cup
• Bowl
• Plate
• Sippy cup for very young kids
• Bottle for baby
• Utensils (knife, fork, spoon)
• Wipes or napkins
• Spork (spoon, fork and knife in one)
• 5 Piece Mess Kit

 

 

 

 

I would suggest going with something plastic or sturdy so that you can just wash and reuse it as opposed to buying disposable items. That way they won't break as easy either. You can even buy a small sample of dish soap to keep in a pack so that you can clean your dishes really well.

 

* Don't forget to add $1 to everyone's pack so that you will have cash on hand in case of an emergency where your debit/credit cards don't work!! If you add $1 a week then you will have it add up quickly!*

Week 9 Food Storage Challenge

Get 6 pounds of yeast for every two adults in the family. If you buy it in the big bulk packs then you can put it in your freezer and it's good for 5 years. This is another easy one to get.