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Preparation & Readiness
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items This list is meant to be a starting point to building up items that will serve you well in a rough situation, help you get by if you need to hunker down while help comes. These are items of course, that I and my immediate family have and have used.
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Peace of Mind
Peace of Mind
That feeling of knowing that IF something happens, You have something that could help.
One of those “peace of mind” “glad to know we have it” type things that we HOPE we won't ever need, but lets face it…we can't really know.
JUDY-The Protector Kit
When In the Mountain Terrain of the Western U.S…You take these. Im 5'6 and my kids range from short little guys and gals, to my 6'2 sons..these are tall enough and WILL keep you cozy despite being outdoors.
Western Mountaineering VersaLite 10 Sleeping Bag
Solid U.S based company with high quality gear. Their customer service is also top notch.
Gluten Free 4 Person 72 Hour Emergency Bug Out Bag Kit
Ok, when you have a family of 9..you have to stock on basically everything..so yep, I have actually bought several items from this company and I've not had any issue with the quality and/or durability.
THE SEVENTY2® Pro Survival System
5 of my kiddos are BOYS…do I really need to explain? lol..haven't needed to use everything…yet…thank goodness!
Uncharted Supply-Triage Kit
I've put this one to good use, Once thought I needed a new battery but of course I procrastinated for a couple few weeks, so I jumped myself a lot lol..turns out it was the battery terminal thingy, not the battery..son has also used the Inflation fea...
The Zeus Air Jump Starter/Inflator
What happens when the Grid is down and we have no power? Well, the sun still shines (most days) enough to power up this bad boy and keep your phone/laptop alive.
Goal Zero Nomad 10 Solar Panel
And for the smaller jobs we have…dun dun dun..The Prospector!
Prospector Knife
Keep things dry out there on the trails, this holds a good bit of gear.
THE SEVENTY2® Shell | Dry Bag
We have tested these out camping in Utah..performance was brilliant and exactly what we were hoping to see.
Uncharted Supply Co-NOAA Radio
So I have mentioned my OCD, right? Well trust me, these wipes are a fantastic start (because I'm going to go overboard and have every item I can get my hands on)…but um, this is a judgement free zone. :D
Klean Freak Bucket O' Wipes
My boys wear these anytime we go out in the woods, they report dry, comfortable feet! Not sweaty, stinky or wrinkled up from moisture.
Men's Hiker Boot Midweight Hiking Sock
For the snowy events with kids!
Kids Polar Bear Over-the-Calf Midweight Ski & Snowboard Sock
Because you're not always in a campground with a public shower, but still need to be fresh. So go ahead, “rough it”.
Helio™ Pressure Shower
Easy to set up, and spacious. It also withstands the wind very well.
Wawona 6 Tent
Hands down the best hammock, especially if you want certain assurances of not falling out lol..stable for “whole size” adults.
Ridgerunner Hammock
This is the ONE. It has seen plenty of wilderness and camping, this ax doesn't miss a beat, you'll be warm and cooking in no time!
German Adler Ax-The Long Splitter
This comes in SUCH handy, I can't even number the times we've used the whole set, and it remains in pristine condition so I'm keeping it :D
PINNACLE Dualist HS Complete
This knife lets its quality speak for itself, my son got this for graduation and its been his go-to for his wilderness getaways.
North Fork | Stabilized Wood | Drop-point
We all know there's nothing better than a nice place to sit and rest your legs after a long day out trekking..this is exactly what those occasions call for.
REI Co-op Skyward Chair | REI Co-op
We have 3 of these. I carry one, my oldest two each have their own..its everything, all-in-one and high quality. The knife blade is made of CPM MagnaCut steel which maintains a sharp edge and excels in corrosion resistance, toughness, and ease of sha...
Leatherman ARC®
Heading out? Don't forget to turn on the lights! These will keep things well lit for hours.
Lighthouse 600 Lantern & USB Power Hub
When things get cold, warm them up. Use as a Poncho, a cozy under quilt, or wrap up like a burrito..however you decide to keep it moving, this will make it SOOO much more comfortable. The Info: newest version adapts to any environment as a hands-free...
KAMMOK Firebelly 30°F
This is a lot easier, and much less cumbersome than the bulky hard plastic ones, and this keeps things the temperature you put them in for just as long, and probably longer.
Engel HD30 Waterproof Soft-Sided Cooler