Boost your chances of surviving a disaster with a 72-hour survival kit

08/07/2024 / By HRS Editors

Three days might not seem like a long time, but having a 72-hour survival kit can help you survive a disaster.

You need a this kit because when SHTF, you might have a hard time finding food, water and basic utilities for 72 hours. When dealing with an emergency, you might not have a way to heat food and you could also lose access to running water. (h/t to FrugalDebtFreeLife.com)

You can keep your supplies in a sturdy bucket if you prefer to bug in or stay at home, but if you think that there is a chance that you will need to bug out or evacuate, it’s better to store your supplies in a backpack or duffel bag.

Food supplies list

When preparing food and snacks for your food kit, try to include a variety of items like nuts, fruits and snacks.

Below is a list of food supplies for your 72-hour survival kit:

Apple sauce pouches
Baby food pouches (if needed)
Baby formula and bottles (if needed)
Beef jerky/meat sticks
Canned chicken
Canned soup (with a pop-top lid)
Fruit cups
Granola bars
Instant coffee
Peanut butter
Peanut butter crackers
Plastic cutlery and paper plates (So you don’t waste drinking water by doing the dishes)
Powdered coffee creamer
Shelf-stable milk
Yogurt raisins

Make sure you also include one gallon of water per person per day, and an extra gallon for a baby drinking formula if you have a baby with you. (Related: Prepping must-haves: Essential items to include in your survival stockpile.)

Hygiene supplies list

These items will help you maintain proper hygiene after SHTF:

Baby wipes
Bug spray
Diapers
Feminine supplies
Hairbrush
Hand sanitizer
Paper towels
Petroleum jelly (Can be used as lip balm or lotion)
Shampoo
Soap
Sunscreen
Toilet paper
Toothpaste and brushes

Assorted emergency supplies list

These supplies will help with different survival needs, such as comms and first aid.

Crank radio
Emergency blanket
First aid kit
Flashlights
Poncho
Small tool kit

Emergency documents binder/list

You will need these important documents if you have to evacuate during an emergency:

A photocopy of birth certificates
A photocopy of driver’s license
A list of medications
Insurance policies
Cash (Enough for at least one week’s expenses)

Where to get lab-verified food supplies for your 72-hour survival kit

The Health Ranger Store is committed to helping you prepare for any emergency, especially if you want to prepare 72-hour survival kits for your whole family.

That’s why we’re proud to introduce these items for your prepping needs.

Health Ranger Select Mini-Bucket Organic Almonds have a wholesome flavor and various nutrients that have earned these nuts their title as a superfood. Our premium almonds contain no sugar, chemical flavoring, hydrogenated oils, or added sodium and are not treated with preservatives.

Our almonds are imported from trusted vendors in Italy and are not fumigated with PPO. They are raw, unpasteurized and non-irradiated.

They are vegan, non-China, non-GMO and are certified organic and Kosher.

Mini-Bucket Organic Almonds are also meticulously lab-tested for heavy metals, microbiology and glyphosate to ensure that you get only the cleanest, high-quality almonds from trusted sources.

The Health Ranger Store is also thrilled to bring you our specialty Fair Trade coffee in a convenient and easy-to-prepare format.

With a much longer shelf life than regular coffee, Health Ranger Select Organic Freeze-Dried Instant Coffee delivers a bold and exquisite flavor of medium roast coffee that you can enjoy immediately. Just add hot water, stir, and your instant coffee is ready to drink.

Health Ranger Select Organic Freeze-Dried Instant Coffee is processed using organic coffee beans and is carefully freeze-dried to preserve optimal taste, aroma and nutrient content.

For a healthy snack while you’re bugging out, try Health Ranger Select Freeze-Dried Organic Strawberry Pieces. This tasty snack can be enjoyed all year round.

With their crispy texture and natural abundance of vitamin C and other beneficial antioxidants and nutrients, our freeze-dried organic strawberry pieces can add a burst of flavor and nutrition to all your favorite pancakes, pies and baked goods.

They can also be eaten directly for a quick and healthy snack.

Health Ranger Select Freeze-Dried Organic Strawberry Pieces contain no gluten or GMOs and are certified Kosher and organic. Our premium strawberry pieces are also vegan, non-China and have been meticulously lab-tested for glyphosate, heavy metals and microbiology.

Go to Survival.news for more survival tips. You can also check out Health Ranger Store and Brighteon Store for your prepping needs.

Click on this link to learn how to make Raw Strawberry Cheesecake using Freeze-Dried Organic Strawberry Pieces.

Watch this clip on how to make 100 percent Organic Cold Brew Coffee at home.

This video is from the Health Ranger Store channel on Brighteon.com.