16 Homemade Survival Kit Essentials!

This Homemade Survival Kit is the perfect kit to have on hand in case of an emergency.  They are also super fun to put together 🙂

Do you have your Homemade Survival Kit ready??

Nobody ever plans to be in a survival situation, but when the unexpected actually happens, you’ll give yourself a little pat on the back and thank yourself for planning ahead!  These kits are great to take Camping, too.

That’s right… it’s time to make your very own Homemade Survival Kit!  These also make great gifts for friends and family!

Pack your essentials in a Wide Mouth Mason Jar, or load them up in a Reusable Water Bottle!

Let’s get started!  Here’s what you’ll need…

Related: 

• DIY Mini Survival Kit (Pocket Sized Survival)

Homemade Survival Kit

Supplies Needed:

1: Waterproof Matches {these matches will burn regardless of the weather conditions}

2: Compass {If you keep seeing the same rock, tree, or bush, it’s likely you’ve become disorientated 🙂 }

3: Compact Multi Purpose Survival Tool {This small survival tool can be used for cutting, sawing, opening canned food & bottles, and more}

4: Survival Pocket Chain Saw {Quickly saw small to medium sized tree limbs into usable wood for a lifesaving fire, shelter, or to build a rescue signal fire}

5: Water Purifying Straw {this water purifying straw will provide 1,000 gallons of clean and safe drinking water}

6: Paracord {the uses for paracord in a survival situation are endless, just don’t be caught without it}

7: Pocket Knife {a pocket knife is a versatile and extremely useful tool in a survival situation}

8: Bandages {perfect for small scrapes and cuts}

9: Magnesium Fire Starter {This must have magnesium fire starter even features a compass and whistle!}

10: Money {you just never know when you might need a little cash!}

11: Aluminum Foil {can be used to collect rain water, signal for help, reflect heat, or even enhance antennas!}

12: Ibuprofen {It’s always useful to have Ibuprofen on hand in an emergency situation to help reduce inflammation and pain}

13: Flashlight {packing a compact LED flashlight is essential for your survival kit}

14: Emergency Crayon Candle {You can light a crayon and use it as an emergency survival candle.  This standard crayon will burn for about 20 minutes}

15: Heat Reflective Survival Blanket {This is the perfect emergency blanket for your survival kit.  This extremely lightweight and reflective blanket will keep you warm in any emergency or situation}

16: Reusable Water Bottle {A reusable water bottle is a convenient way to contain all the items of your survival kit}

To busy to make your own?  Check out this 18 Piece Pre-Made Survival Kit here…

18 Piece Pre-Made Survival Kit

How easy was that?  Now you’re all set to go with your DIY Homemade Survival Kit!  Looking for more fun DIY ideas?  Get inspired below…

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What are some things YOU like to include in your Survival Kits?  Leave a comment & share!