I lost my mojo – Hive and Nest

I haven’t forgotten about the 72-hour kits; I just lost my preparedness mojo for a little while.  But I’m back in the saddle, thanks to the great Murphy’s Law article at The Epicenter.  Remember how I mentioned a while back that you’ll be going to the Army Surplus store for your next assignment?  Well, here it is! (You can also go to any store that sells camping goods.  Not like Walmart;  A real camping store.  But I say try out the Army store.  You’ll be in for a funky, fun time. (Your husband would love to take you there for date night, I promise!)

Before I give you this week’s assignment I want you to check this out.  It will take you three minutes to read and it’s great info. 

This week’s assignment will be: a lighter for each grown up a Sierra Cup for each person “550 Parachute rope” (100 ft. Ask for it at the store.  They’ll probably have to cut it for you. ) Hand-crank flashlight/radio Headlamp flashlight (batteries removed or they’ll die) Silverware for each person Candles (you may have these at home already) Duct tape (you can use this for all kinds of stuff. Get a big roll) Tarp (at least two. Get decent ones.  These can be used as tents etc.  Don’t forget the rope!) Ponchos (if you didn’t get these already) Optional: hand warmers, wool blankets, MRE food, work gloves (remember that most disasters include major messes. Tree limbs down, broken glass, etc.  You’ll be glad you have these.)

You’ll probably find all sorts of things at the Army store that will be great in a 72-hour kit.  Go for it! We’ll be reporting with our stuff on 2/22.