When packing your survival kit, what you choose to include depends on your individual needs.
But there are certain items that every survivalist should pack in their survival kit, no matter what. These items are the essentials that will get you through those first crucial hours and hopefully increase your chances of survival. Among these crucial items that should be included in every survival kit are the “5 C's.”
The 5 C's of Survival
- Cutting tool
- Cordage
- Cover (something to make shelter out of)
- Combustion items
- Container for purifying water
In addition to the five C's, there are several other survival items that every survival kit should include.
Other Survival Kit Items
- “Trucker's Friend” demolition tool
- A multitool
- Map and compass
- Cotton bandana
- Extra running socks
- First aid kit
- Tactical flashlight
- Toilet paper
- Emergency weather radio
- Way to charge your phone
- Extra cash
- Pet items (if applicable)
Check out the video below to learn more about packing your kit.
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Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on January 5, 2016, and has been updated for quality and relevancy.
