1.07.2014
Where to Begin
Getting started on your 72 hour kit can be overwhelming. This blog has some great ideas on how to get started and it breaks it up in to an 8 week process.
10.09.2013
Stocking up for Food Storage
Here is a good resource to get weekly updates for the best deals on groceries so that you can start to build your food storage.
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pricematchwithrachel.com
What's Your Style?
This blog has different ideas for 72 hour kit styles to help you decide what will work best for you and your family.
72 Hour Kit Water Options
1. Water Pouch
- Price - 4.2 oz 35¢
- Pros - Easy to fit into packs, lasts up to 5 years
- Cons - Hard to open without spilling, must be held while drinking, must purchase online, could be punctured
2. Aqua Blox
- Price - 8.45 oz .85¢ or 33.8 oz $2.95
- Pros - Small, durable, lasts up to 5 years
- Cons - Can be bulky, pricey, must purchase online
- Price - 16.9 oz .10-15¢ (case price)
- Pros - Easy to find, cheap, drink mixes enhance flavor (crystal light, etc)
- Cons - Bulky, should rotate 1-1 ½1 years
4. Water Filtration Bottle
- Price - 28 oz. $16.50 (with 2 filters - $22.00)
- Pros - Filters 100 gallons per filter, discounted price if purchased through LDS Distribution Center
- Cons - Must find water to filter
Creating a Family Emergency Plan
I can't take any of the credit for this, but this is a great resource for creating a Family Emergency plan. This is what it looks like, and you can find all the printable handouts here.
8.30.2012
Prepare for an evacuation
I stumbled upon this great post on someone's blog. She has done all the work to print out your own copies of..
ADVANCE EMERGENCY PLAN
GO PACKET CHECK LIST
WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU
EMERGENCY CHECKLIST FOR PETS
DURING EVACUATION
WHAT TO DO AFTER EVACUATION
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
FAMILY INFORMATION
CONTACTS
then all you have to do is fill in the blanks and start preparing!
Click HERE to see this information.
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