Food and Water
(A three day supply of food and water, per person, when no refrigeration or cooking is available)

• Protein/Granola Bars
• Trail Mix/Dried fruit
• Crackers/Cereals
• Canned Tuna, Beans, Turkey, Beek, Vienna Sausages, etc
• Canned juice Candy/Gum
• Water (1 Gallon/per person/per day)
• Special dietary needs; formula, powdered milk

• Change of clothing (short and long sleeved shirts, pants, jackets, socks, etc)
• Undergarments
• Rain coat/poncho
• Blankets and emergency heat blankets (that keep in warmth)
• Cloth sheet
• Plastic sheet
• Diapers

• Battery lighting (Flashlights, lamps, etc) Don't forget batteries!
• Extra batteries
• Flares
• Candles
• Lighter
• Water-proof matches 

• Can opener
• Dishes/utensils, baby bottles
• Shovel, axe
• Radio (with batteries!)
• Laptop/PDA
• Pen and paper
• Pocket Knife, compass, rope
• Personal supplies and medication, including medical equipment
• Extra car keys, extra eyeglasses 

• Toiletries (roll of toilet paper-remove the center tube to easily flatten into a zip-lock bag, feminine hygiene, folding brush, etc.)
• Up-to date immunizations
• Medication (acetaminophen, ibuprofen, children's medication, etc.)
• Prescription medication (for 3 days)
• Bandages and antiseptic 

• Genealogy records
• Legal documents (birth/marriage certificates, wills, passports, contracts, etc)
• Vaccination papers
•  Insurance policies
• Cash Credit card, ATM card, checkbook
• Pre-paid phone cards 

• Bag(s) to put 72 Hour Kit items in (such as duffel bags or back packs, which work great)  Make sure you can lift/carry it!
• Infant needs (if applicable)

• Update your 72 Hour Kit every six months (put a note in your calendar/planner) to make sure that:  all food, water, and medication is fresh and has not expired; clothing fits, personal documents and credit cards are up to date; and batteries are charged.
• Small toys/games are important too as they will provide some comfort and entertainment during a stressful time. Older children can be responsible for their own pack of items/clothes too.
• You can include any other items in your 72 Hour Kit that you feel are necessary for your family's survival.