Make this kit before it's too late! 72 Hour Survival Kit Dollar Tree Challenge!

I would add feminine hygiene pads , wipes , dry change of socks , underwear a jacket and blanket.

I was homeless in TX for nearly three years living in a tent. I ate a lot from DT. I'd add gallon and quart freezer bags for storage of small things and opened packets. Mashed potatoes- put some in a bowl and add little bits of heated water until you get the consistency you want. As time goes on, one can save for a sterno stove (I still have mine) or a camping stove (which made my life vastly different.). Pancake mix labeled just add water, again eyeball the amount and enough water to suit, and have a pancake for breakfast. Syrup doesn't need refrigeration. I had a pour over melitta ($5 at heb grocery store) and I picked up bags of flavored coffees to break up monotony. packets of hot chocolate. I'd add books to read, for kids, coloring books and crayons. Let kids make their own activity boxes. Things can be added as time and money allow. I'm no longer homeless and have an RV. I also have a portable solar power station and just got a Roadpro roaster that's 12volt. Learn to make a solar oven and use it to save on fuel. Kids will love that too. Figure out what to do with waste and trash ahead of time. You did put together a very nice kit. My dollar tree has battery operated switch lights- get them for the bathroom, bedrooms- they're a treat. The 150 lumen work light is very nice to have- attach it to your frig on the outside. You can't have too much light.

3 thoughts: 1. Would you mind sharing your total cost for that kit? 2. A simple paper notebook and pencil can count as communication (if you had to grab your kit and go, you could leave a note behind for your loved ones to let them know where you are going, etc.). 3. I would also throw in a deck of cards just to have something to do.

We added pine kitty litter for a waterless potty.

My dollar tree looks as if the apocalypse already happened! The shelves are bare!

"Just because it's at Dollar Tree doesn't mean it's the best deal" ... true words. Thanks for this video. ⌛

I would add a tube of 0.1% hydrocortisone cream.

I get the Solar Garden Lights for my House and Kits. Put them out during the Day and at night you have Light. Also for Emergency Communication I have a Whistle and, used to, they did carry an Air Horn I the toy section. Not sure if they carry them anymore. If you have a Muffin Pan, Yes a Muffin Pan. Get a package of Tea Lights. You can use these together as a Make Shift Stove.

Outdoor solar lights are a great substitute for flashlights. No battery required🎉

Just remember, that in the most extreme cases (you are outside in the cold) most of us carry around one of the best fire starters, and it constantly replaces itself....hair! Hair takes off like a rocket when met with the slightest flicker of a spark/flame.

⏳ Don’t forget to add extra water if you have a pet! Loved the video!

I would add gallon size ziploc bags to keep important documents dry, metal eating utensils, sponge and a small bottle of dish soap. Hat and some cash in smaller denominations.

Deodorant, sharpie, reflective blanket, small towel, feminine products and a cup for pouring that gallon of water and to use for brushing your teeth. A hat in case you need protection from the sun and socks and underwear. Edited to add one more thing: some sort of mosquito repellant.

At 66 I live alone in a 4 unit apartment building. I've been preparing for 8 years for myself and my 4 kids and their families. Now I've decided to prepare for my neighbors in the building. Just the initial needs for fallout or grid down. Even though 2 of the 4 guys I'd be helping are in their 50s and 60s I always feel like everyone's Mama🤪😂🤪

Your Dollar Tree is a lot better stocked than the one we have in our town

I was shocked when you said 50 percent have emergency kits. I would have guessed 5 percent at the most.

One thing I’m careful about is putting chocolate in my kit. Where I live chocolate would turn into a runny mess all over everything! Hard candy is a good idea

Great ideas! I would add a backpack and/or fanny pack, in case you have to travel with your items. Also some extra cash.

Just when I thought I was ready. You showed me I’m not.🤣🤣 Definitely Gonna buy some of the food warmer cans. EXCELLENT video👏👏

The sterno stove is a good idea, thanks for the demo.