Make a 24 hour kit from an old vest with extra pockets added. The weight will be evenly distributed and you can zip on your life saving kit and walk away! A vest with pockets(fishing vests work well) can serve for a kit, especially for kids. Fill it with water, food, light, heat, sleeping blanket or bag, first aid and one pair of layered underthings. Don’t forget to keep your sturdy shoes, xtra set of keys and charged phone near your bed.

Keep your  go bag in a location near a door or in the garage in ONE place, don’t move them frequently.  In the trunk of your car is the best place, but any place where you wont have to think  about where you put it.  Ideally this bag should be updated and checked quarterly, or you may find your self with clothes that are too small or outdated or expired items.  Take what you will need for at least one week.  You don’t need a tremendous amount of clothing.  Layering allows for variety in weights, a jacket or coat and boots or sturdy shoes are recommended, for any setting. How will I transport water? I have a suitcase with wheels that is ideal for water storeage in plastic bottles. Also think about juice packs or survival water pack for your go back. A filter or filter water bottle is a must. There are many types and varieties in the water sections of this website.