12 Survival Items Every Prepper Needs To Carry

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[@felixdacat6572]

hmmmmmmm...Just wondering if your'e gonna give The Urban Prepper some credit for doing this Altoids tin thing Wayyyyyy back in the day....just Sayin...!

[@brendag2891]

Container: put the whole tin in a freezer Ziplock bag. You can drink out of it in a pinch, or use it for gathering small items (berries, trash, pretty rocks, parade candy)

[@patriciatinkey2677]

Brilliant!😊

[@minuteprepper838]

This is also what i do, you need a place to use those purification tablets!

[@brendag2891]

@@minuteprepper838 Exactly! I've been hiking and ran out of water, I would have killed for a purification tablet. When you are thirsty, you don't want to be searching trash cans and dumpsters for a container!

[@1000sister]

Parade candy! 😂Looking forward to the disaster that has parades!😉

[@brendag2891]

@@1000sister lol, just saying, if you carry this small tin always in your car, someone with kids (obviously before SHTF) is out visiting friends for the 4th of July, and everyone goes to the parade, your kids will be able to collect a lot more parade candy.... Or use it to pick up your dog's poop at the dog park, or collect agates and shells at the beach, or collect trash from your car, or seal off that dirty diaper.... just saying, there will be a hundred uses for that Ziploc before Teotwawki

[@jdtallant3751]

The strength of dental floss will surprise you. Years ago my scout master was a dentist. On a hike in Philmont one of my backpack shoulder straps broke. He used dental floss to sew it up. Not only did it make the rest of the week, but for several years longer until I bought a new pack.

[@Jack_all]

Great kit... As a father, one of the most handy and often used hacks is simply storing 2-3 Bandaids between my phone and phone case. I cant tell you how many times this has saved the day.

[@CityPrepping]

yup! with kids we need these all the time :)

[@Swamp_Lad]

That’s pretty smart, I run out of mine quite fast as well. Have some in my mini med kit, but found through experience I really need desinfectant/wipes as your typical scratch is dirty

[@hannahgroeneveld]

I always have some bandaids in my wallet - but between my phone and phone case is a great idea!

[@user-zu9ym2lw3i]

I keep a stitches strip in my case also.

[@ben_nerf_lego]

I put band aids in my wallet

[@iamsemjaza]

The ¨trick" birthday candles can work well for fire starting as they will trend to reignite when blown out. Good for transferring the flame from a match or lighter to a more robust flame holder.

[@x.soph.x]

Love this idea ......off I go to find some trick birthday candles that I swore I would never buy lmao xxxx

[@iamsemjaza]

@@x.soph.x lol :)

[@MsKitty-st1yv]

@@x.soph.x Me too

[@mikehowkins4017]

Turn batteries around in flashlight to prevent accidental use and longer endurance.

[@jaycarver4886]

Great tip. Thx

[@rkent9672]

I always put a small piece of cardboard (the same size of the batteries) in between each battery and the end contacts. That way, if needed, there is extra fire tinder and it stops corrosion and accidentally drain of the batteries.

[@lisatangen4213]

Could batteries also be used for combustion?

[@gregorymorse7990]

​@lisatangen4213 combined with steel wool

[@jaqian]

A small piece of plastic between the battery and contacts will do the same

[@cristyhill9226]

That is a great kit. I would definitely add a couple of Benadryl for allergic reactions and a couple aspirin in case you encounter someone having a cardiac event. Take care

[@jacksonfamily678]

The Benedryl is a brilliant add.

[@JeffJacquesmd]

Brilliant additions. I also have a couple of Lipitor in my emergency kit. Statin plus Aspirin can be life saving in MI

[@MsKitty-st1yv]

Yes, I am 80-ish & have a tiny pill-type case in which I carry 4 of my BP pills & some tums-type and Arthritis aspirin.

[@Rose-ht3xc]

I have a suggestion. I would use an index card for my contact info with one side showing names, addresses, numbers of whoever I wished to contact but the other side would have a small neatly printed chart of the Morse code alphabet for signaling with the flashlight, or whistle etc.

[@MsKitty-st1yv]

Okay, now where do I secure one? TX. My flashlights that I purchased from Aldi grocery stores (their "Aldi "finds" are neat).

[@jackschannel8619]

One thing I stash everywhere are those little small tubes of super glue. A little goes a long ways and they're really useful to have around. Great for small cuts, repairing things, all manner of different fixes.

[@carriageofnoreturn.1881]

It's small and simple enough to make several identical sets so that every jacket/rucksack/car door could have one!

[@MsKitty-st1yv]

That is what I do. Since I switch car/truck.

[@redhotgamingfire4177]

Congratulations on hitting 1 million subscribers as always thank you Kris for your hard work with these updates and videos you bring us they have helped me with my own preps tremendously

[@CityPrepping]

Thank you very much!

[@erinhellebuyck7527]

A gallon size zipper plastic bag and a large pull tie garbage bag. Gallon bag could collect water and garbage bag could be stuffed with leaves and slept on like a bean bag. Or used as shelter or slept in. The gallon bag would fit in the tin but the trash bag might not.

[@seandadon4884]

As far as comms go not only is the whistle useful for auditory reasons, but the Altoids can itself can be used as a signaling mirror!!!

[@SurvivalLilly]

Nice, I love these small survival kits.

[@milododds1]

I love your knives Lilly!! You are also someone who I follow and I love your videos. You and Chris have your minds and hearts in the right place. Thank you both for all your contributions.

[@CityPrepping]

Thanks! First time building one. I went simple on this one. Will definitely try to improve on the next iteration. Loved your setup and The Urban Prepper's.

[@emilypulman7046]

I really like your approach it's given me alot of food for thought onto how preparing these small tins and keeping them in various locations like my work vehicles , home , outbuildings etc thankyou . All the best from Mark and Emily at Rooster Recovery in the uk

[@ralphlemmon4122]

Wishing you a Happy New Year Lilly, I love your monthly reports on what's happening in Europe, all the best in 2024 ❤

[@gambit-q3y]

Congrats on reaching the 1 million club, I knew you were going to do it and you did it with integrity.

[@CityPrepping]

thank you!

[@miasmom1230]

Thanks as always Kris! Congrats on finally hitting 1 Million subscribers!

[@CityPrepping]

Thanks! Exciting milestone to hit and glad to have this community.

[@Miclantechupi]

Canvas needle. Not for sewing. Improvised compass. Magnetise it and place it on a cork or leaf floating on water and it will swing to point north-south....

[@minuteprepper838]

Plus easy to fit small magnet in tin

[@annking1576]

@Miclantechupi. I'll have to check to see if that would work in areas near us that have high iron content or if magnet would be useless.

[@Miclantechupi]

@@annking1576 Very rare condition. And if you were in such an area you would know the magnetic variation anyway. I have never been anywhere that a magnetic compass is inoperable or not good enough for basic orientation.

[@saritaford3667]

Encouraging people to adjust and tweak is one of the many reasons I love your channel. I feel encouraged and supported, rather than belittled and lectured to. Thanks Kris!!!

[@my-honest-review]

My contribution would be a credit card size punch out that contains a saw blade, some fish hooks, etc. Very cheap on Amazon. Congrats Kris on 1M!

[@stepheneddington1667]

That would go great with my idea of swapping out the dental floss for the heavy weight braided fishing line. Some can have break strengths of up to 60 lbs, which makes it more suitable for tying things up.

[@my-honest-review]

@@stepheneddington1667 for sure, I love it when one item can serve two or more purposes, good thought!

[@SaltyEntropy]

Cerdit cards dont fit in an altoids can

[@minuteprepper838]

I believe he is just talking about the punch out pieces of that item, they are small and flat

[@my-honest-review]

@@minuteprepper838 yes, that's right, you can punch out what you need, very handy!

[@annking1576]

Planted my medicinal herb garden at my bug-out location 2 years ago - plantain, yarrow, mullein, stinging nettle, chamomile, wild Lettuce, plus others. And a perennial edible garden ( protected from creatures). That makes 2 less things to have to worry about!

[@nantanlupan2046]

Very well thought out. I would safety pins. #8 circle hooks and ~20 feet of 5lb fishing line. And last, but not least, a Fresnel lens (courtesy of Survival Lilly). But that's me, especially the fishing stuff. Thank you for your sober intellect and outlook on this crazy world.

[@alicerafferty9595]

Great tips. A piece of moleskin encase you get blisters on your heels .

[@maineiacts]

I guess tgen, A Seasonal Kit(s) would be handy..only, with the fishing ' gear' wouldn't you be restricted by fishing rules and regs? Like holding a valid fishing/ hunting/ trapping permit....Also, how many Suburban locales have access to a well stocked pond/ lake/ stream??? Meat hunting in a ' survival BO situation would seem a challenge for folks not used to actually hunting and gathering... I think more education should be taught and or freely taught as a community service, either free will donation or some voluntary action.. Our community survival / emergency network skills are sadly too few and far between. Especially in this day and age.. Self Defense, Backyard or Communal Gardening, Skill Shares like simple electrical, mechanics, etc... Thank The Heavens for folks like this young fellow, and gals! Pay Attention,and get experience! Its fun too! ;-)

[@maryellenyork2819]

Use a rubber band to add the thin emergency "blanket/tarp" on the outside.

[@paulamcclure3402]

Could upgrade to a Ranger Band, which would last longer than a rubber band... and can be used as an emergency fire starter/extender.

[@valstarkgraf]

I'd add Benadryl and Zofran to the first aid kit, might tuck a piece of something wrapped in foil for a signal mirror, would include a meds list and my health registration intake info, and I'd probably tuck the kit into a pair of decent gloves.

[@Stkrrook]

My BOB has the same kinds of items, just more and larger. For anyone who can't carry much weight, this gives great ideas for cutting back without cutting out. As a mom, I carry a large purse everywhere, so I have a lot more emergency items than an Altoids can would fit! 😊 As a prepper, I have items both in my BOB and my purse and my BOB is in my truck. So, if someone were to steal my purse, I'd still have what I need in my BOB.

[@georgeg7840]

Nice EDC tin, change the canvas needle to a pre-threaded needle sealed in a straw, the ones I make include a mini paperclip and 2 mini safety pins. My EDC survival kit is called the ‘OLOK psk’ (One Litre One Kilo), large enough to be a true ‘stuck outside overnight in bad weather in Montréal’ but small enough to fit in the front compartment of my backpack (5.11 rush 24). My ‘most bang for the buck’ survival item is a stick of good lip balm, has many survival uses other than the obvious, the one I use has SPF15 so can even be used as sunscreen.

[@annking1576]

@georgeg7840 in Montreal. / keep in touch in case we need to visit each other if things get really stupid. Annie Adirondacks

[@THEMARTIALARTSCHANNEL-bb4fx]

I carry mine with me at all time. Togheter with a small pocket knife in the same pocket. Just as John Wiseman say you should. Fire steel Waterproof matches Water purification tablets Non lubricaded condoms Fishing line Fishing hooks Lead sinkers Brass wire Wistle Signal mirror Band-aids Alchol wipes Button compass I live in sweden and we are close to war against russia. So I study and practise survival and combat skills everyday from Wisemans books and videos.

[@MsKitty-st1yv]

My exact thoughts but is tough being a female, where/how...(usually tucked where it is 'warm'..ha ha

[@MsKitty-st1yv]

hmmm. condoms, good idea. they are strong. Wonder if they make them small enough to use as finger protectors. I buy those little vinyl ones bc my finger tips (usually from doing dishes or just the dry weather) but they break after 1/2 day use.

[@MsKitty-st1yv]

So sorry to hear that. You and yours, please be careful.

[@annking1576]

@THEMARTIALARTSCHANNEL-bb4fx God bless & stay safe - Annie from the USA

[@steven-un4iw]

I would recommend adding a whirl pack bag sold by wazoo. Holds one liter and you could boil water in it if needed. Blessings.

[@TaraLee627]

Congratulations on 1 million subscribers, Kris! Thank you for all of your content and teachings. May we all have heard to hear, eyes to see, and hearts to embrace. Wishing you, your family and your team many blessings in the coming year.

[@CityPrepping]

Thank you!

[@dirtyscoundrel2013]

Great video! As a survival instructor (urban and suburban) here's my additions. Benedryl and Imodium tablets, butterfly wound closures, 1 quart freezer bag for water, bus tokens, safety pins, lock picks, lock shims, single use tube of super glue

[@gregorytremaine1164]

Great Kit. I got to do this. I'd try to add a small piece of gauze and a small razor blade. Or start building a second one with a fish hook. Line. Those compressed toilet paper rolls. Etc. Even mini eye drops...

[@suzannedundon4275]

Congratulations on hitting 1 million, Kris! Really good ideas in this video. Thanks

[@Diebulfrog79]

I used a soap dish

[@exceptionallydez7391]

Very nice! I will be adding this to my purse. Thanks for the tips.

[@jmartin3134]

Can opener, salt tablets, safety pin, Bobby pin, rubber band, tweezers, nail clipper, allergy pill, aspirin, soap paper

[@zenyeti3076]

Thanks Kris- this little tin is a literal life saver! Though you’ve covered this before; I think you just can’t pound this kit into people’s heads enough! If everyone that leaves the house daily carried this, think how less panic there would be in a disaster small or large. Blessings & good work as always! ☮️& 🌱

[@anitamorrison5426]

I made one years ago one in car one in picnic or hiking bag. It's great doesn't take any space. Thanks I have been telling people and gave me kids one.

[@Lord-Mikael-Stone]

Im glad you did this video so thanks. Due to the fact I ride a motorbike pretty much everyday and carry a backpack most days outside of that. I often have somekind of carrying capacity with me. So im thinking of building a similiar kit but using a single wall stainless steel water bottle. So bit more space and obviously a good sized container for water too. Thanks for giving me food for thought.

[@paxorra5528]

Thanks, I like the SS water bottle, perfect, put all the contains into a ziploc bag and the water bottle would be available w/out fuss!

[@Lord-Mikael-Stone]

@@paxorra5528 a ziploc bag is a great idea. Thanks for the suggestion

[@Shalyn890]

Have you been looking in my kit? My tins look almost exactly like yours, down to the Katadyne tablets. I had some little "finger lights" that were kind of more like toys and I used to keep one in my tin. It was a great addition when the electric went off at work, we had to use the stairs, and the safety lights were out, too. As an aside, your voice and looks remind me of my history professor at Univ of Indianapolis who could tell a great story! I enjoyed watching and listening. Thank you

[@justjoanish]

I am amazed at how much you got into that. I'm going to have fun recreating this.

[@janiceb8809]

Gave your ideas some thought. First put all the things you need together and then find a container. Tiny hand made sewing kit safety pins, regular and heavy coat thread and needles.Nail clippers. Put small things that can be easily lost on hook or around neck. Some carrying ideas. Wear a pouch on a zippered travel travel belt. Carry a water bottle in a strapped carrier that has a pocket. Can tie a hanky on. Wear cargo pants, lots of pockets. Carry in a purse/man bag or backpack. Use small zippered bags. Update and refill regularly. BTW I usually have had this kind of stuff in my purse for the last 40 years. Also good when traveling.

[@hannahgroeneveld]

Could probably fit a rain poncho and/or an emergency blanket in there too!

[@AndrewZelenka]

We also added a tiny salt, lemon powder, and sugar packet for a homemade electrolytes mix.

[@ikuk172]

We literally got lost walking our dogs in a small woodland area, not life threatening but it makes me realise how important knowing we're you are is, if ky phone wasn't working we would still be lost.

[@juliewilbur647]

I have one of these! Plus a "camping" bin with everyting I could possibly need, small enough to grab and go with no worries that I would have what I might need.

[@karolykovacs5930]

maybe you can stick a light reflective material on the outside surface of the box. can be also handy and takes almost zero space.

[@CityPrepping]

Great idea!

[@kinglee3990]

I like you videos. To carry water, just fold a small sandwich size zip lock bag. That way you can put your water tablets in with the water. I like your little swiss army knife. For cordage you can purchase the 550 cord wrist bracelet with a compass on it so you can take the compass out of the can to make room for something else. I use velcro help keep my little can closed.

[@osomxl]

Stick the whole thing in a wide mouth water bottle or omit the altoids tin all together and now you have room for a handkerchief and space blanket.

[@KaylynnStrain]

you could put the kit in a iplock bag that is double the size of the tin then just fold it over and secure that with a ranger band, then you got a practical water container you can drop one of the tablets in

[@melstark3466]

I have a small Swiss Army knife multi-tool, a lifetime match that also acts as flint, high beam compact flashlight and a few other small items that I take with me everywhere. I’m in the process of creating a bug home bag for my car. Thx Kris for the wonderful content as usual!🙏🖖

[@user-McGiver]

I would add a space blanket [one side army green] in its little bag outside the box, with a couple of rubber bands to keep everything together... (think ''outside the box''...)

[@Olyphoto7]

Add a plastic bag or condom for carrying water. Another item is a applicator free all cotton tampon which can be used for its intended purpose or first aid plus they can be used to start a fire. I also recommend some MeFix tape, which works great for fabric and first aid. Micro paracord is also a great option. I’ve chosen to carry a few small pouches to meet my needs.

[@bc4yt]

Hey Kris, production quality, attitude, presentation, confidence all on point! Congrats on hitting 1m subs. Nice little kit, I liked it. I would add a good quality ziplock or oven bag, inside or out, as a container. You can use it to carry water, disinfect water in sunlight, focus sunlight, carry foraged items and so on. Maybe add a couple of sheets of waxed paper as flame extenders and some aluminum foil if it'll fit. Loved the tiny flashlight!

[@CityPrepping]

Thank you!

[@NewEnglandLyle]

Might I suggest a couple thin strips of gorilla tape used to tape your needle to the inside of the lid of the tin so it doesn't get lost if you're moving stuff around to access bits and the thin strips of tape are also a crude ready-made butterfly stitch should you get a gash of sorts

[@minuteprepper838]

Also the taoe can double for firestarter and if you add a curved needle the floss can be used to stich a large gash (in a bind)

[@deleter1823]

I’d like to including Card gun or my belt buckle 22 pistol. Very well hidden always with a belt that looks like a simple buckle and belt can be used to tie , twist things open , Or defense itself .

[@Grogg22]

Good thought-provoking video. In addition to the already suggested fishing line & putting the tin in a zip top bag, you might consider using a few more mini zip top bags for the other items in the tin in the event the larger one is in use, particularly for the light & water purifying tablets. Also suggesting 4 rubber bands or 4 hair scrungis around the tin since those can be used for a variety of applications. As you noted, it's all based on individual need, so the contents of mine differ from yours. For the haters, that just means our individual sitiational needs differ, not that either is "better" or "worse".

[@leal536]

Years ago, when I was a Girl Scout leader, my troop members each made a similar edc. We used a garbage bag to wrap around the tin with an emergency blanket enclosed. We used rubber bands to hold it all into place. Each tin had basically the same things you had but we also included a ziplock snack bag with a matchbook inside. They were practicing fire making with the ferro rods but ...

[@darrelmartin8261]

Nice, some other items...pair of foam earplugs...medium size fish hook. Fun one.

[@minuteprepper838]

Yes definitely

[@raybo34]

Add a small steel mirror. Signaling, being able to see you face and eyes, look around corners, among other things.

[@rovingrosses3288]

Nice little kit. I would consider adding to comms a mirror, and possibly a magnifying sheet for fire. The cordage zip tie is good. Floss is interesting. Maybe fishing line and thread

[@-Rook-]

Personally I think pain relief is more important than its often given credit for, if you have a significant headache its the difference between operating at normal or low capacity. Between enjoying a day and having a miserable day.

[@i.b.640]

You are completly right. I always carry a Headaches Kit with me for my husband. (Paracetamol and Ibuprofen, Magnesium, and a kind of hard candy - different pains need different stuff. ) He is prone to migraines and headaches. It has saved the day more then once. And not for him alone. And these were just outings and social Situations.

[@owieprone]

@@i.b.640 Haven't watched the whole vid yet, but if not mentioned, carry some electrolyte tablets (high-5 or similar), they're also good for headaches and migraines, but also good if you need to hike for help.

[@i.b.640]

@@owieprone Ah, good to know. I thought I had that covered with the magnesium, but I'll look into it.

[@mikeslebodnik8512]

Great video, Kris. I have yet to assemble a tin. I'd have to add caffeine or something to give me a boost. See ya in the members room!

[@r.l.5720]

Great information, thank you! adding a fishing hook or two and line on a sewing spool, add couple of butterfly bandaids, antibiotic ointment, and a small hand wipe packet or two might fit. for the last 3 C's I would stuff the mylar cover and bandana into the container along with the Altoids box. A Carabiner to attach if desired.

[@SparkSurvival]

Considerations... A small drawstring bag/pouch is better for a couple reasons, it's not hard sided, so it's more comfortable in a pocket. Offers more flexibility in size & shape of items. Can also be used as a prefilter for water collection. I know it means sacrificing the char tin, but a .5 oz beeswax tea light/cosmetics screw top tin would easily fit. I'd have sime type of wood saw blade. AAA flashlight offers more output and more availability on batteries for not much bigger. could even use a rechargeable AAA if desired. One with a clip can attach to a hatbrim as a headlamp. Kevlar or dynema cord depending on application is better for size to weigh ratio. And I'd trade whistle for a thin candybar or protein bar mylar wrapper, reflective side is signalling and can still be used as a whistle. I'd lose zipties in favor of a 2nd fire tab, or even better is an actual small lighter or quality matches. All that being said though, I'd rather spreadload my needed items on my person in ways incorporated as EDC I don't need to remember to pack. Example would be to put the duct tape flat and under a shoe insole, or additional cordage on shoe laces. Creatively carrying necessities is the idea on that. Good base level kit and good job noting the oversights in the 10 Cs and willingness to adapt and make it your own.

[@manwiththeredface7821]

Half of these can fit on a keychain, the other half in a wallet or even better in a smartphone case (the kind that can hold a few cards as well beside your phone).

[@minuteprepper838]

I also have things like that flaslight attached to jackets as zipper pulls, also paracord replacement for clothing (hoodies, jackets) draw strings

[@JesterJ920]

Fishing line is always a good idea and can double as thread and condoms can be used to carry water in an emergency

[@ericallen7200]

I would add a wide large rubber band or short section of latex tubing...either would help make a decent slingshot. You could still fit in a paper thin mirror. I have one credit card sized that's half mirror and half magnifying glass (can start a fire with it on a sunny day) plus the edge can be used to shave kindling off of small sticks for fire starting needs.

[@minuteprepper838]

Do you remember where you got the half mirror half mag.

[@theViewer221]

Would a small tea candle be a good option? Been wondering if that would be better than a a fire starter that only lasts a few minutes.

[@electrosnow]

That canvas needle is great for urban smartphone resetting!

[@whomewhat7622]

I made one of these awhile back! I need to unseal it and check on the items. It's been taped at the seams and stored in my emergency backpack kit for years! Congratulations on 1 Million!

[@denisestewart8247]

Cordage I would use fishing line. It's strong and thin.

[@mbcrandell7766]

Alto is tins are great for this. I like a child’s backpack best you can carry a mess kit, folding stove plus homemade fire starter plus expand on medical supplies, water straw, extra flashlight, small solar charger for your phone and don’t forget a packet of dried veggies and meat you can eat. Fruit and nuts a a good trail mix. You can drag the necessities plus a few extras

[@frdmlvr]

I taped a mirror to the inside of the lid as well as needles and fishhooks.a small glue stick comes in handy with many uses.

[@minuteprepper838]

Also a birthday candle or crayon and small (1 in) glowstick.. plus a little paper sheet with stickers for trail marking in an urban area or the woods if you’re lost it might help

[@raybo34]

I like the idea of using an EDC pocket organizer. You can slip you tin in it and add more items like something for cover, a flash light, a knife, etc.

[@_evilqueen]

Did you know you can get an emergency phone charger that's about the size of a credit card? I got one for Christmas.... also congrats on 1 million! You deserve it.

[@paulristow3454]

Nice post, CP. My own urban pocket EDC has the following: - OLight mini bolt-action pen - OLight mini rechargable LED flashlight - P51 can opener (for those emergency canned-peaches attacks) - USB thumb drive I was looking around for a mini-Altoids tin for some matches but I really like your compact ferro-rod firestarter. I'm considering a Naloxone nasal injector; that may be compact enough to save a life. Otherwise, no amount of substantial medical supplies to be of life-saving value would fit in a pocket-size EDC pouch. I'm still shopping for a rechargeable micro-USB battery. Phones, flashlight, etc. Any & all suggestions welcome!

[@unfi6798]

The more you know, the less you carry. Great updates mate. Have a great & safe New Year. Cheers from Australia.

[@milododds1]

Chris, you always do an amazing job. I too am a "Sub-urban Prepper" like yourself and I'm certain we have very similar backgrounds. The only difference is that I'm in NorCal while you're in SoCal. You follow Dave Canterbury's advice (military) while I tend to follow Cody Lundin's (earthy/indigenous) approach a little bit more but I also have some military training I took from a retired green beret that's been very practical. It's best to learn from as many different perspectivs as you can, we always need a Plan B, C, & D up our sleeves.

[@shellywerner4509]

Hi milo, I'm in norcal too, in CC county. Where about are you?

[@milododds1]

@@shellywerner4509 Fremont. Many years ago I ran the East Bay Preppers and we would connect with folks in Stockton and Modesto areas. Always good to have friends from out of town, especially for bugging out purposes.

[@jessicadiaz5551]

Yay 🎉 congrats on the 1million mark ! I’m so glad I love your channel. I believe you keep a level headed attitude which calms my worries about what happening. I like other channels but that’s what sets you apart other channels just freak me out too much. I love your attitude but seriousness behind your tone which sends urgency without the panic so I appreciate and def happy for your channel. And thankful for it 🎉❤

[@CityPrepping]

Thank you!

[@mscatnipper2359]

I don't have any item to add, but I appreciate this video for motivating me to update as needed and organize the items I keep in my car.

[@unclebobsbees4899]

For cordage I would use #12 bank line. 100lb test, 3 strands can be used for thread, fishing line, etc.

[@4StonesHandcraft]

The needle is useful for splinter removal, if nothing else. A breast milk storage bag is a strong container that would fit. I threw a full one against a wall one time to test it and it didn’t break open.

[@yoneatofam8713]

Nice kit. Tim foil would be a good addition. I also like to have a bit of fluorescent masons nylon twine. Extremely lightweight, extremely strong and highly visible.

[@brickmason7301]

Fishing line for cordage, takes little space and use with the needle to sew in a pinch.

[@D7cooper]

Thanks, Chris, for sharing this clever and portable kit idea. Some things on hand are better than no things on hand. This could also be made for loved ones to have.

[@ReconSurvival]

Great list! Every item is essential and it's impressive how compact yet comprehensive this kit is. The Swiss Army Knife and ferro rod are personal favorites, never leave home without them. Thanks for sharing the links too, super helpful for anyone looking to complete their pocket survival kit. Stay prepared!

[@moonglow630]

I made one of these in one of those tiny makeup bags you get as a gift with purchase. One additional thing I included was Benedryl for allergies & possible allergic reactions.

[@fazdoll]

There are dozens of those tiny makeup bags at thrift stores. Get the cheesy plastic-y ones because they're water resistant.

[@adventurebythemile]

I think having a bugout bag would be more useful. I don’t understand why anyone would want something so tiny in an emergency. I keep a 35L backpack ready to go. Freeze dried foods, sawyer water filter, hot hand, fire striker, down blanket, wool socks, few pair of undies, hat, down jacket, cordage, small homemade first aid kit, sunglasses, small signally mirror, handgun, knife, teabags, quick energy tablets, MSR pocket rocket stove, small can isopro fuel canister, bandana, emergency blanket, and small folding shovel. In my closet ready to go. I still need to get potassium iodine tablets and water purifing drops. I do have an alcohol stove also.

[@njwtube]

Can imagine him trying to signal someone with that torch 😂 😂

[@travisbarstow9279]

Some form of antibiotic that you could apply to a wound is handy. If you find yourself in a situation where you had to run away from someone and hurt yourself being able to put something on it to prevent it from getting infected would be helpful.

[@greyscout01]

Like some mentioned, a plastic baggie with your tablets makes a complete water kit... I always keep both in any small kit or edc bag.

[@patkonelectric]

Very nice. One thing I would change is fishing line for Cordage.

[@dfernandez3482]

4:59 I always wanted a Suunto compass and found one in a box of junk at work. It also has The North Face branding on it. Idk how accurate it is tho but it's good to have 👍

[@reginaschmid2657]

Hi Chris, congratulations on your 1 million subs!! I like your take on the altoids tin kit! Your combo of items for everyday and suburban survival makes lot of sense! Now I am inspired to create a kit similar to this! Thank you for emphasizing on tweaking it to make it one’s own! Have a great day!

[@ameriicanprepper5813]

I would try to include a small zip lock pint size Mylar Bag which I would keep all items in but would act as a container when needing to carry water.

[@sylhunt8230]

very intrigued i just made 6 bug out bags for kids, wife and myself for christmas....but this is also great

[@kevintrotter8799]

Braided fishing line "spider wire" can provide very light weight and compact cordage that can be used for many things. Thanks for the tips and guidance you share!

[@janancavazos4888]

You could use the canvas needle for splinter removal 😊

[@Luk_at_me]

-From practical side I will try to fit some 3xAAA battery Flashlight like Olight i3E EOS. In my experience 3xAAA are much cheaper and easier to find/borrow etc.

[@MnAnnetteNS]

Fishing line and hook. Fishing line also useful for sewing clothes and fishing.

[@RobbsHomemadeLife]

I always carry cash pepper spray, a small multi tool knife, ink pen, paper, eyeglasses, and phone. Inside my phone case is a tiny Ziploc bag with a folded up paper towel my phone turns on by using my finger but if I am in a rainstorm and my hands are wet and I can't dry them I can't turn on my phone my finger is dry so the phone can identify me as a user

[@stevesuter3201]

I like this set up - I might include a second one (1 & 2) with some of the items that you couldn't squeeze in. I might also paint them in two colors. I like this idea as you could have several and even one in each of your vehicles, etc