Essential survival supplies: 4 Must-have prepper lists

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Lists help preppers stay organized because being a prepper means you take the necessary steps to help your family get ready for different survival scenarios.

One such step involves preparing a variety of bags and kits for your different prepping needs, such as an everyday carry kit, a car emergency kit, a bug-out bag and a get-home bag. (h/t to MiraSafety.com)

Prepping an EDC kit

As the name implies, an everyday carry kit (EDC kit) is part of your daily prep.

Your EDC kit will often include an assortment of items that can help you withstand common survival scenarios. Depending on your needs, your kit may include a weapon, a fishing kit or other items that you may find useful in scenarios specific to your location.

Below is a list of items for your EDC kit:

Cash

Cell phone

An extra set of car keys

First aid kit

Multi-tool

Notepad and pencil/pen

Pocket knife/hunting knife

Power bank/portable charger

You can also add or remove some items if you think other things are better suited for your EDC needs. (Related: Prepping tips: How to prepare a food storage starter kit.)

Prepping a car emergency kit

If you or someone in the family drives a lengthy distance or commutes to work daily, a car emergency kit can mean the difference between getting back on the road quickly and being stranded for a long time while you wait for help.

Below is a list of items for your car emergency kit:

Antifreeze (One gallon)

Battery-powered jump starter

Bottled water (Two to five gallons)

Blankets

Car escape tool (Must include a seatbelt cutter and window breaker)

Car fire extinguisher (ABC type)

Durable bag to store all items

Extra gloves, boots, wool socks and a stocking cap (For colder climates)

First aid kit

Flashlight and extra batteries or a flashlight that doesn’t need batteries

Flat tire inflation canister (Non-explosive)

Granola bars or energy bars

Jumper cables (12-20’, get the right gauge for your vehicle)

Multi-tool

No-spill gas can (Two to five gallons)

Paper towels or rags

Pen and paper

Road maps

Roadside flares or glowsticks

Roll of duct tape

Seasonal supplies (Such as rain gear, an umbrella, ice scraper, etc.)

Small, foldable shovel

Small tool kit (With tools like an adjustable wrench, pliers, screwdrivers, tire pressure gauge, vise grips, etc.)

Spare car fuses

Spare tire and jack

Two quarts of oil

Washer fluid

Prepping your bug-out bag

Before you prepare a bug-out bag (BOB), you should try to improve your overall physical fitness so you can carry a heavier load. This also means you can bring more useful items when SHTF and you need to evacuate to your bug-out location.

Below is a list of important survival items for your BOB:

Emergency whistle and signal mirror

Fire starting tools and tinder

First aid kit

Flashlight and batteries

Food (Trail mix, energy bars, and other foods that will sustain you for at least 72 hours.)

Hunting knife or machete

A Mylar sleeping bag or a tent

Portable camping stove

Toiletry kit

Tools for hunting or fishing

A weather-appropriate change of clothing

A weather-appropriate hat (Baseball cap, woolen winter cap, or bandanna)

Water, and a way to purify water if your supply runs out

Prepping your get-home bag

Think of your get-home bag (GHB) as a complimentary item for your BOB.

Your GHB includes various items that will help you get home safely during an emergency. And while it is similar to a BOB, there are some differences.

If you travel to and from work every day, you should prepare your bag as if your normal transportation back home is unavailable.

Because the main purpose of the bag is to get you home, it isn't typically built to sustain you for days. This means it should be significantly lighter than your BOB and heavier than your EDC kit.

Keeping your GHB light is necessary since you might need to walk home after SHTF while you're at work or elsewhere. If possible, you can keep your get-home bag in your car.

Below is a list of things for your get-home bag:

A change of clothes

Collapsible survival stove and fuel

Extra cash

Fire starting kit

First aid kit

Flashlight or headlamp

Food and snacks

A pair of gloves

A hat

Lightweight tarp and tent stakes

Map and compass

Metal water bottle

Multi-tool

Paracord

Poncho

Power bank

A sturdy backpack

Survival blanket

Survival knife

Walking shoes

Waterproof coat for cold weather

Water purification tools

Weapon for self-defense

Where to get high-quality supplies for your prepping bags

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With many survival uses, Ranger Gear UHMWPE Braided Survival Cord 1.5mm is the perfect cordage for your basic survival needs. It's also versatile enough for everyday applications.

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You can check out the Health Ranger Store and the Brighteon Store for more survival gear and clean food supplies for your prepping needs.

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