With that in mind, I have tried to store supplies that would keep us alive, and perhaps even somewhat comfortable, while living in a displaced situation. I am assuming that most people already have a list of things that you would obviously need like toilet paper, cleaning supplies, toiletries, fuel, shelter, etc. so I haven't included those obvious items in this list. This is a list of things you might not have thought of but that you might desperately need.
I actually keep a separate supply of kitchen items in my garage. Crazy I know but if we had to evacuate in a hurry for whatever reason, I don't want to be standing in my kitchen trying to think what I need to bring. Everything I need to bring is on the shelves in my garage.
Here are a list of things you might forget to store that could be invaluable.
- Hot Pads
- Strainer
- Serving Utensils
- Measuring Cups/Spoons
- Silverware
- Cookware
- Canning Supplies
- Something to haul water
- Scissors (utility and hair cutting)
- Garbage Bags
- Ziplock Bags & Tinfoil
- Tarps & Ropes
- Washboard & Wash tub
- Clothes Line & Pins
- Dish and Laundry Soap
- Sponges
- Towels
- Lantern
- Ax
- Lighters
- Hunting Supplies (Rifle, Knives, etc)
- Shovel
- Basic Tools (Hammer, nails, etc)
- Scriptures
- Hymn Book
- Mosquito Repellent
- Sunscreen
- Rubber Bands
- Face Masks
- Nail Clippers & File
- Information Binder (This is a binder that contains all your family's important paperwork and contact information. Mine also contains flash drives with all of our family photos)
- Fresh journals to record your experiences
- Pens and pencils
