This survival kit should be ready in the event that it is needed. Place it in a safe spot away from the house in a shed or the trunk of a vehicle. It contains the essential things that you will need to live for 3 days. You can design it to fit your needs but it should contain the following as a minimum:

BACKPACK/DUFFEL BAG

TOOLS

Flashlight, spare batteries and spare bulb
Candles and Waterproof Matches
Seasonal clothing (rain gear, jacket, boots, hat/ski-mask, gloves)
Pocket knife/leatherman (multipurpose, sharp)
ABC fire extinguisher
Road flares
Local area maps
GPS Navagation System
Tool box, pry bar, pliers, screwdriver, hatchet, etc.
Folding camp shovel (for latrine and garbage)
Glow Sticks
Plastic Tarps
Ropes and Bunjees
Compass
Duct Tape
Plastic tubing for siphoning gasoline/Gas Cans

COOKING/FOOD

Bottled water (3 gallons per person)
Water filter and purification tablets
Food (non-perishable) little or no cooking required
Camping plates and utensils
Vitamins and energy food bars, salt, honey
Backpacker's cooking stove and fuel
Plastic, foil, emergency space/wool blanket

WATERPROOF BAG

Sleeping bag/Blankets
Tissues, toilet paper, sanitary napkins
Battery or Solar Weather Radio
Fauna and Plant Guides

CLOTHING/FOOTWEAR

Combat Boots
Rain Gear
Shower Shoes
Shoe Laces
Hiking Boots

FIREARMS/WEAPONS

Shotgun (ie mossberg 590) with 00 buck as well as birdshot for hunting.
.22 Cal Rifle for sharpshooting and small game
Shotgun for bird game
Pistols
30-06 or Large Cal. bolt action rifle for large game
Automatic magazine fed rifle M-16/AK-47/SKS
Hunting Bow
Fishing Poles and Tackle Box
Bowie Knife
Pocket Knives
Axe/Hammer
Bayonett

FIRST AID KIT

Soap, toothbrushes, personal care kit
Iodine
Alcohol
Gauze
Pain killers
Emergency medical book
CASH/GOLD
Liquer

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1. A sturdy army surplus backpack I Have 2 small duffle bags, 1 is my 72 hour kit, the other is my extended kit including ammo, CBN gear and some other "Not too common items to have...lol)

2. A first aid kit, including bandages, iodine, alcohol, gauze and painkillers. This is a must, I started with a basic kit and added things I deemed I would need more.

3. Close range "melee" type weapons. I have a hand made bearded axe that will go through solid walls, a weldor's chipping hammer (nasty looking thing), bowie knife, and assorted pocket knives. I as well have multiple knives for different chores, but no axes or hammers.

4. Long range weapons. You will need a rifle, not a sniper's rifle. Choose somthing that uses common ammunition, somthing you will not have a problem finding in looted sporting good stores, dead bodies and trashed houses. Choose somthing lite that you can strap to your back and above all MAKE SURE YOU KNOW HOW TO USE IT. I own a mossberg 590 with 00 buck as well as birdshot for hunting. I suppliment that with my Chinese type 56 sks Rifle (In the works is a glock 21 as well.) The second part of this is MUST. If you don't know your weapon, your going to die.

5. Clothing. At least one set each of hot weather and cold weather clothing, you can always ditch what you don't need. If your not moving anywhere, this shouldn't be a problem

6. Boots. A sturdy new pair of military combat boots, preferrably steel toes. Trust me on the steel toes, when you're stuck with no weapons you'll be glad you have them. Make sure they are comfortable and broken in. Water proof boots are good for woodland areas, for areas like bayous and such make sure you have vietnam era jungle boots. And take care of your feet!

7. Manuals. When you're on the run, starving, and out of water you won't be thinking clearly, manuals are a good way to ensure you will not forget important information. I currently have my improvised munitions handbook, an army wilderness survival handbook and a wilderness observation and tracking book. This is a great Idea not only for the "not thinking clear", but also to get your mind off of the situation. I keep an SAS survival guide as well as local fauna and plant guides (Waterproofed)

8. Water. Make sure you have a canteen and get purification tablets to refill. I can't stress water enough Water is the number 1 thing your going to need and alot of it. When you actually realize that every time you flush your toilet at home over a gallon of water goes down the drain....eek

9. Rain gear. This one is obvious Again, if your not going anywhere, not a big deal. I keep a poncho in my bob

10. A fire kit. When you're freezing in the woods you will not be able to rub two sticks together. Make sure all your matches and lighters are sealed in plastic. Bring kindling if you can. I have also included lighter fluid. I have a flint and steel, lighters, steel wool (Can be used with vaseline and cotton with a battery to make a fire, this even works with a AA battery)

11. Light. Bring an army style red lensed flashlight. The red light will not ruin your night vision (your natural night vision) so you will not be left in the dark when you have to turn it off. I have a regular flashlight with a red lense

12. Medicine. Any important medication you may be on i.e. insulin, asthma medications. I just keep the basics and swap out with new stuff I buy asperin, ant-acid etc...

13. Radios. If there are others in your group you will want to be able to communicate with them if you get lost I keep a wind up radio in my bag, but it's for news, not a walkie talkie type thing

14. Hand signals. If you have others in your group you will need to be able to communicate with them silently, make sure everyone in the group understands the hand signals I don't see this as a big priority

15. Navigational equipment. Bring a compass and maps of the surrounding area. Good maps include road maps, hiking maps, and topographical maps. MAKE SURE you know how to use a compass and read a map. This is a good idea, but I'd also make some trips to wherever and know the area.

16. Shelter. A tent if you can carry it, somthing that will keep you out of the wind and rain. If it's too big to carry in your bag and run at the same time leave it behind. You will then have to improvise. A poncho will make a fast tent if need be.

17. A handcrank radio. You will want to keep updated on new reports and such. Touched on this earlier.

18. Batteries. Lots of batteries I keep a couple and check em each year, not only for my flashlight and few battery required items I have, but also will make a fire in a pinch.

19. A watch I don't really see the need for this

20. Cooking equipment. This includes a pot of some sort, eating utensils, and somthing to cut wood with. I'd suggest a "Commando Saw" which is like barbed piano wire and will fit in your pocket. definatly some kind of pot, though you can usually break dead wood for a fire with your boot. (How many times have you actually used a saw while camping?) I Would suggest a saw only if you plan on building shelter or other items from wood.

21. Fishing equipment. Maybe not a rod, but bring hooks, lots of line, and lures. LEARN TO FISH In the survival knife

22. Knowledge. This is your absolute best weapon. Once you have chosen the place or area you will run to make sure you know it like the back of your hand. No doubt others have thought of the same location, it will be your knowledge of the area that makes your better. If there is a stream, know where it starts and where it goes. Know the hills, the mountains, the trails, the flora, fauna and climactic condiditons year around. This last one is the best one...there are people who can go out into the woods with nothing on their backs and live forever!.....



Camping Checklist

 Air Mats

Cards & Games

Plastic Cups

Sunscreen

Air Pump

Grill

Plastic Silverware

Table Cloth

Alarm Clock

Hammer

Radio

Tents

Aspirin

Lawn Chairs

Ponchos

Tarps

Ax

Maps

Rake

Tiki or candles

Broom & Pan

Matches

Shampoo

Toliet Paper

Bug Spray

Nails

Shovel

Tongs

Camera & Film

Hammock

Skillet

Toothpaste & Brushes

Camp Stove

Pepto Bismal

Sleeping Bags

Towels & Rags

Can Opener

Pillows

Soap

Rope

Water Jug (Frozen)

Ziplock Bags

Flashlight

Lantern

Inflatable Raft & Oars

Soup Pot

Aluminum Foil

Propane Refills

Hats

Blankets

Sandels

Water Shoes

Cooler

Cork Screw

Cooking & Serving Utensils

Pads/Tampons

Paper Towels

Hiking Boots

First Aid Kit

Lotion

Swinsuits

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