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. 

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.

Gluten Free 72 Hour Kit

Ideas for building a gluten free 72 hour kit can be found here.

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

3. Water Bottles

• 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

 *All this information can be found here.

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.