Emergency Preparedness Gear

Preparedness is not about fear — it is about reducing the number of problems you have to solve under pressure. The right gear, stored in the right places, means you spend less time scrambling and more time taking care of your family when things go wrong.

Where to start with preparedness

Think about the disruptions most likely to affect your life: power outages, severe weather, job loss, supply chain issues, travel emergencies. Build your gear around those scenarios first, then expand into less likely but higher-impact events over time.

Preparedness categories

• Gear & Tools — flashlights, multitools, fire starters, knives
• Shelter & Warmth — emergency blankets, sleeping bags, tarps
• Hygiene & Sanitation — wipes, sanitizer, waste management
• Personal Protection (PPE) — masks, gloves, goggles
• Bags & Backpacks — gear bags and pack systems
• Preparedness Seeds — grow your own food
• Entertainment — morale and stress relief