1 Person Essential Survival Kit, Backpack

This one-person 72-hour emergency kit organizes food, water, shelter, first aid, hygiene, lighting, communication and practical tools in a portable backpack. Food and water products have a 5-year shelf life.

Food and Water

• 12 × 4 oz. water pouches
• 9 × 400-calorie food bars
• 10 water purification tablets — each tablet purifies 1 liter of water
• 1 × 1-liter hydration bag with straw

Tools and First Aid

• Notepad and pencil
• Small bandage kit: 3 alcohol cleansing pads, 1 butterfly closure, 10 cotton-tip applicators, 2 gauze pads, 10 plastic bandages (3/4 × 3 in.), 10 plastic bandages (3/8 × 1 1/2 in.), and 1 reusable case
• 5-in-1 emergency whistle
• Multi-function pocket knife
• Pair of safety goggles
• Small sewing kit

Light and Communication

• AM/FM radio with batteries included
• Deck of survival playing cards with 52 preparedness tips
• 30+ hour candle
• Hand-rechargeable flashlight
• Flint starter

Shelter and Warmth

• Emergency blanket
• Emergency poncho
• Hand/body warmer

Hygiene and Sanitation

• Deluxe hygiene kit with lotion, shampoo/conditioner, soap, comb, deodorant gel, 3 maxi pads, pocket tissues, shaving cream, toothbrush, toothpaste, toothpick, twin-blade razor, washcloth and 9 wet wipes
• 3 disposable face masks
• 1 biohazard waste bag

Emergency Kit Information

This kit was assembled using emergency-preparedness guidance. Store it in an accessible location and review food, water and component dates periodically.