Essential Survival Gear For 2012
An emergency can occur at any time. They aren’t always considered when we make plans for things. And they can happen in good times and in bad. Survival gear packed in advance can safe our lives in the most desperate situations.
Emergencies are sometimes expected in dangerous weather areas or places prone to natural disasters. Certain parts of the world are known for tornadoes, hurricanes or typhoons. Emergencies however aren’t just weather related. Fire can happen anytime and almost anywhere. Snow storms can come up out of the blue, flash floods are never expected, and some cities experience power outages at random times. If we could keep survival gear on hand, there are fifteen pieces that would be the most important to consider.
One of the most important pieces of gear is a map. We should have a map of the campground we’re going to be staying in, of the mountains we intend to hike in, of the caves we’re going diving in. And we should know how to use it. A compass helps with map reading, as does a Gps Receiver. Second to a map, we should have a flashlight. Darkness is a danger not because of the boogey man but because we might stumble and fall and injure ourselves. Emergency Food rations should also go into the pack we keep our survival gear in. A chocolate bar at the right time can give us needed energy to keep on going, walking towards our rescue.
Extra clothing should be among the things we put in our survival gear or Emergency Kit. Wearing layers is helpful in cold situations and clothing can be used for other things as necessary. Rain gear can help us build a shelter if we don’t need it to break the wind or keep us dry. Sunglasses, a sixth item for our pack, can protect our eyes from the reflecting sun and help us to keep going. Any item in a survival pack can be used to do something other than it was intended. Always keep that in mind when packing.
First Aid kits are important to include, especially ones that are compact but serve many purposes. Bandages, antiseptic salves and creams, and ways of treating burns, cuts and allergic reactions could be crucial at certain moments. A Multi Purpose tool is a good thing to have in our survival gear, as it might help us pry open food containers, build a shelter or an all important fire. The material to start a fire is also essential in survival gear. This could include waterproof matches, a lighter or a rod that one can purchase cheaply that can be scraped to shoot sparks onto a pile of dry grass or bark.
Normally people aren’t planning on staying lost forever. It’s better to be safe than sorry when packing an emergency kit of survival gear. Be sure to add some way to make water safe to drink. There are disinfection kits available but there are other methods to use too, like solar methods that turn water into condensation that can be collected safely for drinking and cooking. A whistle is another important piece of the kit. Being able to make noise without much effort, and a noise that will be heard for a Long Distance, could be critical to being rescued.
An emergency shelter doesn’t have to be a big tent that takes up a lot of room. A simple tarp or Space Blanket can be made into a shelter using branches and logs, rocks to hold the corners down, or even pressed against a snow shelter for extra dryness and insulation. Add to the list of necessary items twenty five feet or more of cording. This can be Parachute Cord or simple rope but it’s a must-have for survival gear. The fourteenth item to add to an emergency kit is insect repellant of some kind. No one wants to be lost forever and eventually there will be a return to civilization. If its possible, avoid mosquitoes and ticks that might be infected with parasites or other diseases, by packing bug spray.
Regardless of whatever else goes into an emergency kit, the most important piece of survival gear we can bring is ourselves. Our will to live, and to survive, is the most important tool we have at hand in cases of emergency. We have to remember that rescue could be just around the corner and that we must not give up five minutes before the miracle. All of the above items are valuable but our will is the most valuable of all.
Emergency situations can happen anywhere, at any time. Having survival gear including survival foods on hand at all times keeps people safe. All You Need to know on ultimate Survival Kit, a click away!
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Stanley G. Mihajlov is a father of five and loves sharing with others on how to live dependent on Jesus and independent from the World. Get the Free Book Survival Stockpiling Secrets and follow him at his survival newsletter. Learn About the Top Ten Survival Gear
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The Miracle Blanket Swaddler formerly known as the Amazing Miracle Blanket – Yellow w/ Aqua Trim $29.95 No doubt, the first several months of Baby’s arrival can be quite tough on the sturdiest of new parents. The Miracle Blanket has been proven to greatly extend sleep periods between feedings by preventing night movement and separation anxiety; thus allowing Mom and Dad more extended rest, enhanced relaxation and peace of mind. The Miracle Blanket spans over 6-feet wide and is made of the finest, so… |
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CoCaLo Sugar Plum Wall Border $12.79 Measures 6.75 inches x 5 yards long…. |
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A Day Without Rain $5.50 No Description Available.Genre: Popular MusicMedia Format: Compact DiskRating: Release Date: 21-NOV-2000… |
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Sounds Of The Tropical Rain Forest $3.97 … |
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Emergency Poncho, Emergency Rain Gear, Weather Protection, Emergency Zone® Brand $0.35 Emergency Zone® Brand. This Emergency Poncho is lightweight and compact. It can easily fit in your backpack, glove box, or even your pocket. This adult sized poncho measures 50 x 80 inches and has an attached hood. This is the perfect, inexpensive option for emergency weather protection…. |
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Children’s Emergency Poncho, Weather Protection, Rain Gear, Emergency Zone® Brand $0.70 Emergency Zone® Brand. This Emergency Poncho is lightweight and compact. It can easily fit in your backpack, glove box, or even your pocket. This is a smaller size for children measuring 40 x 33 inches and has an attached hood. This is the perfect, inexpensive option for emergency weather protection…. |
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Disposable Poncho One Size Fit All with Hood 20 Per Pack Assorted Color $14.95 This Emergency Poncho is lightweight and compact. It can easily fit in your backpack, glove box, or even your pocket. This adult sized poncho measures 50 x 80 inches and has an attached hood. This is the perfect, inexpensive option for emergency weather protection…. |
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Rain Visor Black $3.89 SMART STYLE FOR All Weather WEAR Extra Large, BROAD VISOR CONTOURED BACK LONG TIES AND BOUFFANT SHAPE Fits All HAIRSTYLES WATERPROOF SOFT FABRIC… |
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New, One Top Vynil Poncho, Adult Size 50 x 80. $4.75 Keep one of these vinyl ponchos in your vehicle or bug out bag for emergency use. In fact, they’re cheap enough that You Can get one for every member of the family. Heat sealed, 10 mil vinyl with snap closures in a carrying pouch. Available in 10 Different Colors. Adult size is 50″ x 80… |
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RX 2 Yellow Motorcyle Rain Jacket $29.99 Stay safe and out of the weather with this RX 2 motorcycle rain jacketThis Rain Coat has a nylon fabric design with a waterproof front flapRain coat has Reflective Piping for added safety |
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RX 2 Red Motorcylce Rain Jacket $29.49 Stay safe and out of the weather with this RX 2 motorcycle rain jacketThis rain coat has a nylon fabric design with a waterproof front flapRain coat has a reflective piping for added safety |
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PVC Yellow Rainsuit $13.25 Protect yourself from rain, sleet, and snow with this PVC yellow rain suitOutdoor protective clothing includes Yellow Jacket and pantsYellow Rain Suit is a great way to keep dry in the rain |
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PetGear 40×26-inch Portable Pet Cot $38.49 Portable pet cot raises your pet off the damp, dirty ground and pesky bugsPet gift self stabilizes to prevent rocking on uneven surfacesPet cot features mesh that provides rain to drain through and air circulation |
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Universal Motorcycle Cover $21.99 Protect your motorcycle from rain, dust and snow with a lightweight coverUniversal grey Dust Cover Fits Most motorcycle modelsMotorcycle cover is Made From 100-percent polypropylene |
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‘All Season‘ White Golf Cart Cover $88.99 Shield yourself from sun and rain with a classy all-season cover for your golf cartWhite golf cart equipment fits all standard 2-seat cartsGolf gear allows easy cart access for players |
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Cybex Ruby Lightweight Stroller in Indigo $74.99 This Cybex Ruby stroller comes with a Rain Cover and features a simple, yet modern design. Weighing in at just 11.9 pounds, this compact stroller is perfect for travel or quick errands. |
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Digital Camo Nylon Golf Bag $49.99 This digital camo golf bag features a lined valuables pouch, extra-volume rain gear storage and a beverage and ball pocket. The tote also offers an easy-lift handle and trunk strap, as well as auto-deploy legs. |
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Cybex Ruby Lightweight Stroller in Purple $74.99 This Cybex Ruby stroller offers a simple, yet modern design and comes with a full rain cover. Weighing in at just 11.9 pounds, this compact stroller is perfect for travel or quick errands. |
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O.F. Bonzer Matte Gold Flashlight $10.39 Nine Led Flashlight delivers super-bright illumination Rain-resistant Aluminum Flashlight construction Flashlight weighs Less Than four ounces |
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Aktiv Pak 400 AP400 Camera Backpack $65.99 Aktiv Pak 400 Camera Backpack is lightweight and easy to useCamera accessory can fit a surprising amount of gear as well as providing necessary padding and protectionCamera bag includes all-weather rain cover |
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Kelty ‘Shiro’ 4-person Multi-room Camping Tent $399.99 This spacious 4-Person Tent has two rooms plus a central storage area that helps protect bikes and other gear from theft or rain. Side vents keep the tent well ventilated so you can enjoy the outdoors. |
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Ruby`s Rainy Day $6.92 Even though it is raining outside, Max wants to play baseball, so his big sister Ruby struggles to get him into his rain gear and get him outside, in a fun board book that teaches colors and features shiny foil raindrops on the cover. |
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Maisy`s Clothes (Hardcover) $5.93 Presents the English and Spanish words for commonly used articles of clothing, from rain gear to nightclothes, through labelled illustrations featuring Maisy the mouse and her friends. On board pages. |
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The hearty, stalwart souls who turned out for the annual Hartford St. Patrick’s Day Parade were determined to enjoy every minute. The usual array of fife and drum corps, bagpipers, twirlers and Irish dancers were all in attendance, many, though not all, sporting serious rain gear.
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EVS Rain Coat CLEAR LG/XL $30 EVS Rain Coat CLEAR LG/XL |
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EVS Rain Coat CLEAR SM/MD $30 EVS Rain Coat CLEAR SM/MD |
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ALPINESTARS RJ-5 Waterproof Rain Motorcycle Jacket BLACK SM $49.95 Alpinestars’ RJ-5 rain gear is the hot setup when the weather goes foul. Features and Benefits Neck, wrist and waist adjustment. Lightweight mesh lining. Oversize design. Front storage pocket. |
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ALPINESTARS RJ-5 Waterproof Rain Motorcycle Jacket BLACK MD $49.95 Alpinestars’ RJ-5 rain gear is the hot setup when the weather goes foul. Features and Benefits Neck, wrist and waist adjustment. Lightweight mesh lining. Oversize design. Front storage pocket. |
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ALPINESTARS RJ-5 Waterproof Rain Motorcycle Jacket BLACK LG $49.95 Alpinestars’ RJ-5 rain gear is the hot setup when the weather goes foul. Features and Benefits Neck, wrist and waist adjustment. Lightweight mesh lining. Oversize design. Front storage pocket. |
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ALPINESTARS RJ-5 Waterproof Rain Motorcycle Jacket BLACK XL $49.95 Alpinestars’ RJ-5 rain gear is the hot setup when the weather goes foul. Features and Benefits Neck, wrist and waist adjustment. Lightweight mesh lining. Oversize design. Front storage pocket. |
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ALPINESTARS RJ-5 Waterproof Rain Motorcycle Jacket BLACK 2XL $49.95 Alpinestars’ RJ-5 rain gear is the hot setup when the weather goes foul. Features and Benefits Neck, wrist and waist adjustment. Lightweight mesh lining. Oversize design. Front storage pocket. |
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ALPINESTARS RJ-5 Waterproof Rain Motorcycle Jacket BLACK 3XL $49.95 Alpinestars’ RJ-5 rain gear is the hot setup when the weather goes foul. Features and Benefits Neck, wrist and waist adjustment. Lightweight mesh lining. Oversize design. Front storage pocket. |
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ICON PDX Rain Bibs BLACK SM $115 Following the same design criteria as the PDX Jacket, the rain gear that doesn’t suck, Icon brings you the PDX Rain Bibs. The same ripstop waterproof material but cut into a high-backed same-sealed bib. Full Length leg zippers, well placed cargo pockets and reflective graphic make these waterproof overpants a must-have! Features and Benefits Tasloc Heavy Duty nylon waterproof shell Premium YKK waterproof zippers Adjustable bib straps Reflective graphics Comfort mesh liner Cargo pockets Removable stirrups Sized to fit as overpants Imported |
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ICON PDX Rain Bibs BLACK MD $115 Following the same design criteria as the PDX Jacket, the rain gear that doesn’t suck, Icon brings you the PDX Rain Bibs. The same ripstop waterproof material but cut into a high-backed same-sealed bib. Full length leg zippers, well placed cargo pockets and reflective graphic make these waterproof overpants a must-have! Features and Benefits Tasloc heavy Duty Nylon waterproof shell Premium YKK waterproof zippers Adjustable bib straps Reflective graphics Comfort mesh liner Cargo pockets Removable stirrups Sized to fit as overpants Imported |
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ICON PDX Rain Bibs BLACK LG $115 Following the same design criteria as the PDX Jacket, the rain gear that doesn’t suck, Icon brings you the PDX Rain Bibs. The same ripstop waterproof material but cut into a high-backed same-sealed bib. Full length leg zippers, well placed cargo pockets and reflective graphic make these waterproof overpants a must-have! Features and Benefits Tasloc heavy duty nylon waterproof shell Premium YKK waterproof zippers Adjustable bib straps Reflective graphics Comfort mesh liner Cargo pockets Removable stirrups Sized to fit as overpants Imported |
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ICON PDX Rain Bibs BLACK XL $115 Following the same design criteria as the PDX Jacket, the rain gear that doesn’t suck, Icon brings you the PDX Rain Bibs. The same ripstop waterproof material but cut into a high-backed same-sealed bib. Full length leg zippers, well placed cargo pockets and reflective graphic make these waterproof overpants a must-have! Features and Benefits Tasloc heavy duty nylon waterproof shell Premium YKK waterproof zippers Adjustable bib straps Reflective graphics Comfort mesh liner Cargo pockets Removable stirrups Sized to fit as overpants Imported |
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ICON PDX Rain Bibs BLACK 2XL $115 Following the same design criteria as the PDX Jacket, the rain gear that doesn’t suck, Icon brings you the PDX Rain Bibs. The same ripstop waterproof material but cut into a high-backed same-sealed bib. Full length leg zippers, well placed cargo pockets and reflective graphic make these waterproof overpants a must-have! Features and Benefits Tasloc heavy duty nylon waterproof shell Premium YKK waterproof zippers Adjustable bib straps Reflective graphics Comfort mesh liner Cargo pockets Removable stirrups Sized to fit as overpants Imported |
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ICON PDX Rain Bibs YELLOW SM $115 Following the same design criteria as the PDX Jacket, the rain gear that doesn’t suck, Icon brings you the PDX Rain Bibs. The same ripstop waterproof material but cut into a high-backed same-sealed bib. Full length leg zippers, well placed cargo pockets and reflective graphic make these waterproof overpants a must-have! Features and Benefits Tasloc heavy duty nylon waterproof shell Premium YKK waterproof zippers Adjustable bib straps Reflective graphics Comfort mesh liner Cargo pockets Removable stirrups Sized to fit as overpants Imported |
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ICON PDX Rain Bibs YELLOW MD $115 Following the same design criteria as the PDX Jacket, the rain gear that doesn’t suck, Icon brings you the PDX Rain Bibs. The same ripstop waterproof material but cut into a high-backed same-sealed bib. Full length leg zippers, well placed cargo pockets and reflective graphic make these waterproof overpants a must-have! Features and Benefits Tasloc heavy duty nylon waterproof shell Premium YKK waterproof zippers Adjustable bib straps Reflective graphics Comfort mesh liner Cargo pockets Removable stirrups Sized to fit as overpants Imported |
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ICON PDX Rain Bibs YELLOW LG $115 Following the same design criteria as the PDX Jacket, the rain gear that doesn’t suck, Icon brings you the PDX Rain Bibs. The same ripstop waterproof material but cut into a high-backed same-sealed bib. Full length leg zippers, well placed cargo pockets and reflective graphic make these waterproof overpants a must-have! Features and Benefits Tasloc heavy duty nylon waterproof shell Premium YKK waterproof zippers Adjustable bib straps Reflective graphics Comfort mesh liner Cargo pockets Removable stirrups Sized to fit as overpants Imported |
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ICON PDX Rain Bibs YELLOW XL $115 Following the same design criteria as the PDX Jacket, the rain gear that doesn’t suck, Icon brings you the PDX Rain Bibs. The same ripstop waterproof material but cut into a high-backed same-sealed bib. Full length leg zippers, well placed cargo pockets and reflective graphic make these waterproof overpants a must-have! Features and Benefits Tasloc heavy duty nylon waterproof shell Premium YKK waterproof zippers Adjustable bib straps Reflective graphics Comfort mesh liner Cargo pockets Removable stirrups Sized to fit as overpants Imported |
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ICON PDX Rain Bibs YELLOW 2XL $115 Following the same design criteria as the PDX Jacket, the rain gear that doesn’t suck, Icon brings you the PDX Rain Bibs. The same ripstop waterproof material but cut into a high-backed same-sealed bib. Full length leg zippers, well placed cargo pockets and reflective graphic make these waterproof overpants a must-have! Features and Benefits Tasloc heavy duty nylon waterproof shell Premium YKK waterproof zippers Adjustable bib straps Reflective graphics Comfort mesh liner Cargo pockets Removable stirrups Sized to fit as overpants Imported |
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ICON PDX Rain Bibs ORANGE SM $115 Following the same design criteria as the PDX Jacket, the rain gear that doesn’t suck, Icon brings you the PDX Rain Bibs. The same ripstop waterproof material but cut into a high-backed same-sealed bib. Full length leg zippers, well placed cargo pockets and reflective graphic make these waterproof overpants a must-have! Features and Benefits Tasloc heavy duty nylon waterproof shell Premium YKK waterproof zippers Adjustable bib straps Reflective graphics Comfort mesh liner Cargo pockets Removable stirrups Sized to fit as overpants Imported |
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ICON PDX Rain Bibs ORANGE MD $115 Following the same design criteria as the PDX Jacket, the rain gear that doesn’t suck, Icon brings you the PDX Rain Bibs. The same ripstop waterproof material but cut into a high-backed same-sealed bib. Full length leg zippers, well placed cargo pockets and reflective graphic make these waterproof overpants a must-have! Features and Benefits Tasloc heavy duty nylon waterproof shell Premium YKK waterproof zippers Adjustable bib straps Reflective graphics Comfort mesh liner Cargo pockets Removable stirrups Sized to fit as overpants Imported |