MAKING LARGE FAMILY EMERGENCY MEAL KITS in 72 HOUR EMERGENCY BACKPACKS + Emergency Prep Amazon Haul!

[@JamerrillStewart]

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[@ellenharrop8089]

I also put in a small jar of nutella for a change from peanut butter. You can finding on Amazon. I bought a variety pack of chef boy r dee on amazon.

[@happyfacesassy7072]

I just saw a video from The Hungry Hiker titled "Grocery Store Backpacking Food. Cheap and easy dinner ideas. She also has breakfast and lunch videos for Backpacking. They look awesome and she has some great ideas. Take care.

[@jaynebrandon7184]

Hello lady must be really busy lately 2 hours emergency oh let me see what's going on....

[@jaynebrandon7184]

Oh yeah I forgot for a minute that emergency 72 hours now I'm caught up 😆

[@elainematson889]

Thank you very much!

[@histarfish]

I see lots of people asking what your prepping for. People have short memories. This last Winter Texans where out of power in exatreme cold. Many didn’t have food or water due to frozen pipes. Totally unprepared. I live in Southern California on the San Andreas Fault. A large earthquake just waiting to happen. New York had record rains and flooding last month. To top it off with the Pandemic the world seems a little crazy. We’re headed for food shortages. Everyone should be prepared for the unexpected no matter where you live.

[@donnakuester2212]

I think you misunderstood the questions. No one was questioning being prepared with water, extra food etc in case of emergency. I, for one, was curious about why the backpacks to go. I questioned if it was for hurricane, wildfire etc areas or were people doing that in all areas. I have an emergency backup of necessities in case of power outages, snow, ice etc but it is home based. I think most of us was just curious as to the “go bags.” I hadn’t ever thought of maybe needing something like that.

[@JamerrillStewart]

@@donnakuester2212 even the US government suggests that families pack a 72 hour bag for each person in case they have to "go." Here is the information on National Preparedness Month including the government supply lists (including many extras I don't yet have in my bags) www.ready.gov/september and here's the government’s information on building a kit (notice the pictures of a bookbag...they mention duffle bags) www.ready.gov/kit - so my thinking isn't out of nowhere or so far off. I've also lived in an area with a heavy wildfire and at that time (a couple years ago) wished I had go bags.

[@suziew5447]

I live in Texas and went through the winter freeze with intact electricity but NO water for 5 days. Thank goodness I was prepared. I lived in Houston 21 years before so I have been prepared for Hurricanes and power outages. Up here in North Texas it’s crazy Tornados and thunderstorms that knock out power and cause damage. Never could have imagined the winter storm...ALWAYS BE PREPARED for emergency situations and weather. You will be so Thankful you have what you need at the time. Everyone panics last minute and shelves are empty. You have to be prepared because I promise no one is going to help you. You have to prepare and be ready. I have never done backpacks but have an emergency closet with essential things. Such an informative video. If I had 9 kids I would be making these bags🙂 Thanks Jamerrill🌻

[@JohnTheRevelator11]

Texas here as well, family was comfy and enjoyed the experience only due to preparation. It’s not only the difference in life or death, but in living your best life. Cooked in a fire place and enjoyed reading old books by candles. Love to you all and Gods blessings be with you-

[@AliciasInTheKitchen]

We put a 12 oz. ginger ale in everyone's pack along with some ginger chews. We figure we are going to be using these packs under stressful situations and in our family stress causes tummy woes, so better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it. I think you have done a fine job getting these packs together. Every family has to make their packs according to their own family.

[@kimharris9226]

Good idea

[@lehs1234]

Oooouuu fantastic 👏 idea

[@msgottaneedtoknow]

Definitely ginger chews!!!

[@stephanieward3448]

Great. Videos. 😊❤️

[@elizabethlane4617]

Years ago I had a Rubbermaid tote ready to go into our car if we needed to evacuate-but no longer. You have inspired me to get go-bags ready especially since we live in hurricane country (FL) :) Started working on them today! Thanks for sharing this. You are such a blessing! liz in FL

[@naomibeery8098]

This is something that everyone should do if they can.

[@JamerrillStewart]

Even if they have to slowly collect stuff over a year or so 👍

[@malorieh2338]

Hey Naomi, I was just wondering what case of emergencies you are preparing those bags for? I do not aim to offend you in any way, I am just wondering :) I'm not in the US and to be honest we do not have those kind of kits over here. I understand and respect the concept and I would like to know the idea behind it. Thank you very much

[@sueh2928]

@@malorieh2338 Natural disasters like hurricanes, tornadoes, brush fires, floods, and any situation that leads to necessary evacuation from your home.

[@helenpiispanen8702]

@@malorieh2338 I am with you on this one @Malorie H. I am asking myself why?🤔🙄 The last thing I want to do is offend anyone either. All of this has cost a small fortune.

[@JamerrillStewart]

@@helenpiispanen8702 every family makes choices on what to spend money on. I collected these items for over a year.

[@gaildavis710]

One day your kids will look back at all the love you put into everything you do for them!!!!

[@TashaFierce01]

I would probably keep the beef stew separate and maybe pack a storage bin of emergency food that can be taken in case of a longer term emergency with the precooked rice and other heavier (heartier) items

[@lynnfouasnon2031]

Thanks!

[@danabusenbarrick4993]

I would put dirty moore beef stew in day 1.. its the heaviest Item. Get rid of first.. to lighten the load..

[@danabusenbarrick4993]

And silverware in pkgs?

[@jeanenep33]

You’re almost at 300,000 subscribers !! So many people get to feel your sweet spirit!!

[@tolohuexochitl3]

She really is a blessing to my day

[@kirstylouiserob]

Jamerill you have the patience of a Saint and are more than gracious in replying to comments on both of these videos. In both you have stated within the first minute that this has been a buying process spread over months, but yet you still get comments about cost etc. You stated that you are not an expert and are learning as you go, but yet still get comments about things you have missed and the ever so popular " I can't belive you didn't think of...." Now there will always be comments with good advice, offering suggestions and what not but the amount of comments I've read where you have to re iterate points made in the video is astonishing.

[@terrinewell3044]

Re nametags....put them on the bags in an inconspicuous place, so they can't be easily read at a glance. It's a common tactic for child abductors to call the child by name to get him/her to trust and go with the stranger. In a situation where the bags might be needed, like an evacuation, it might just happen that a child gets separated from the parent, and would be "easy prey" so to speak.

[@JamerrillStewart]

Indeed!!

[@jeannebrown484]

The last two or three years we’ve been adding little things to everyone’s Christmas stockings. The fire starters, the filter drinking straws along with the emergency blankets just to name a few. It feels practical and I might add fun to be collecting these things and making everyone their bug out bags. Also consider putting cash in each bag.

[@JamerrillStewart]

Those are all great ideas. That’s why I wanted to make each bag so robust, so it would be something valuable the kids could take with them when they launch.

[@malina1239]

This consept is so foreign to me as a Scandinavian . We hardly get power cuts anymore, if so only for a few hours , so I tend not to worry. I’ve lived through several hurricanes and been snowed in yearly the first 16 years of my life.our water also froze regularly in winter . We had a pantry and cold storage for our vegetables. We also had cured ham and mutton hanging in our cellar. So we had plenty of food. Our neighbors brought us water and fresh food on snow mobiles and delivered through our first floor window😂😂 But never thought of emergency back packs for now a days. As someone who have done a little mountain hiking for several days at a time, I would highly recommend packing freeze dried meals , dried fruit and dark protein chocolates instead of things like canned goods and fruit cups who can easily get squashed when packed. It’s going to be way too heavy to carry especially for the children if you have to walk or god forbid flee an area in a hurry. I’d focused on things like water cleaner tablets, army knives , flashlights, batteries,fire starter cubes and matches packed in water proof wrapping . Emergency kits would include antibiotics and strong painkillers, bandages and suture needle and tread, I would bring stainless steel cutlery and bottles , not things that can easily break. They’re useless in an emergency . And of course waterproof covers for your backpack and several change of socks… Wet feet make painful blisters and increase your chances of getting pneumonia .

[@janet5551]

Yes its all foreign to me as well here in Australia. Besides important documents I cant see us being stuck somewhere were we would need all these things.. we have had major bush fires here and people have had to flee but they just take their pets or in the case of farm animals others have rescued horses etc. I cannot understand how if you had to flee in the case of a tornado or something that you would be stranded somewhere needing to use all these things..

[@MusingsofFamily]

@@janet5551 Agreed. Here in the USA you have to ask yourself why you are leaving, why there is nowhere to go, no family, friends, hotels etc. And if that is the case, three days of supplies is a joke. I've never understood bug out bags (or 72 hour bags) for this reason.

[@lexradjsital9140]

Yes yes, but remember this is American prepping 😂 its for the most educated, civilised, rational and special people on this planet 🙄

[@malina1239]

@@MusingsofFamily if it is to prepare for the apocalypse , I don’t think a 72 hour backpack will do. If it’s because of a nuclear war, we’d all die anyway. And the last thing we’d worry about if there is a zombie coming to get us are snacks and napkins

[@krisqueen5939]

Mailina, I live in Northern Alaska where everything freezes, I like your ideas they would suit our climate better.

[@brookiebakerie]

I love these videos. You've shared some great ideas. Something I did when I put our kits together was include a "menu" in each kit. It listed out what food was supposed to go with each meal. I also suggested (just in case I'm not there) that people can pool the food to help it last. For instance, if there's a younger child that can't eat an entire meal, share one meal with two kids. It will prevent leftovers or wasting food, as well as help food go farther. I put a little note on there as well.

[@sherrizanoli1398]

Jammeril, what about a start your period early teen for girls in their packs. It helps.

[@darniataylor7749]

I'm so glad you're posting these and providing lists and such for those who want to start doing this. My family of 4 will be moving soon, so we'll have real storage space & I can't wait to get us loaded up on "just on case" supplies in addition to our emergency bags. For everyone: don't forget to pay attention to dates when buying your supplies & check, rotate/replace everything at least 3xs a year (I make a list of everything that expires so i know what to replace w/o pulling everything out). Hope I'm not overstepping with my advice. 💜

[@tolohuexochitl3]

Good idea to list what will need replacing and when!

[@darniataylor7749]

@@tolohuexochitl3 thank you! 😊

[@jasminejohnson978]

Carnation breakfast drink powder packs is another good idea

[@katherynshiflet5391]

Like I have said before...your a genius!!! I need to start this for the grandchildren

[@susanturner1171]

I've used those thermal blankets for years we keep them in all of our cars you never know when you're going to get stranded somewhere in the middle of winter

[@catherinerandall1966]

Great idea to be prepared! I tuned into backpackers and what they eat. Dehydrated canned beans and spam. A can of beans weighs just one ounce after drying and the spam tastes like jerky, so they love it. I bought a Hamilton Beach dehydrator from amazon, which works fantastic, for either $59 or $69 Canadian. It's a great way to have easy to carry. Easy to rehydrate emergency rations.

[@GaryAndHeatherBush]

I love when “Tobin helps talk us through it!!” He’s such a good encourager to mama and the people. 🥰 Thanks for taking the time to share this! 🙏🏼💕

[@nadia_ash3250]

I’ve been stocking up on dry foods seeing there is a food shortage now I’m going to make emergency kits thank you for this.!

[@nancywilbur3463]

How many hours have gone into preparing the list and you are sharing with all your followers! I appreciate you and your selfless spirit. God bless you.

[@desert_moon]

It's totally okay if it's not the "cute" stuff others have. It just needs to be tailored to your particular family's needs, be calorie-dense, and get you through the first 72hrs (the idea being that after that, things will settle down and some type of assistance will be available/further direction will be given). I like items that serve one or more functions. The bag should be very portable and not too heavy. I tend to go with food bars and dehydrated foods because they are light, take up less space, and create less trash, but everyone is different. Practice how to use things you may not be familiar with...don't want to be figuring it out when the time comes. I always recommend CPR and first aid classes as part of preparedness. Also don't forget your important documents!! Hope this helps! (I'm an emt/firefighter who also does CERT and wilderness SAR.)

[@JamerrillStewart]

Very good! I definitely see some things I want to change out food wise when I rotate the food out in 6 months. I figured this was better than nothing for the first go round. One of our homeschool groups is doing a full year of preparedness skills. Thanks for sharing your wisdom!

[@desert_moon]

@@JamerrillStewart No worries! I've changed my pack so many times over the years!!!!! lol

[@thebrutonfamily4231]

@@JamerrillStewart is there a group for the homeschool planning?

[@JamerrillStewart]

@@thebrutonfamily4231 no, this is one of our IRL homeschool communities, not online.

[@krisqueen5939]

@@thebrutonfamily4231 hey are you here in AK, I am also in AK would like to connect. : )

[@jenniferr1279]

I’m just going to say that there are a lot of Christian mamas prepping right now because they have a strong urging to do so. I don’t think that’s coincidence. We have a couple backpacks made for my husband and I, but now that our kids are getting older this is such a good idea! Definitely going to use your guide!

[@jessiewhitman8688]

I'm Christian and I'm not prepping anything...am I missing out on something? Lol

[@springchicken2513]

It's not just Christians, us non Christians are preparing something too.

[@TXTeacher1111]

A lot of people have been listening to their intuition and getting preps together. Call it a gut feeling, common sense considering the state of this country and the instability of the food supply chain, or Divine Guidance, people are preparing for rough times ahead.

[@stephaniejackson9089]

It could be all the wildfires, hurricanes, polar vortex and flooding that has displace people from all over the country.

[@tolohuexochitl3]

Well when you listen to the president speak, and get chills, hearing rhetoric on the media similar to that during some very rough times in history (and yes, those of us with Soviet-eta roots have a lot to say about this!)…one of the first thoughts you have is, “geesh, this isn’t good. This could get bad. I should get my family prepared, in case.” Doesn’t mean you have to be a paranoid nut, but don’t feel too secure. The current administration seems determined to create severe disturbances for the American people.

[@apriltaylor3626]

Jamerrill you are such a blessing to your viewers thank you so much for taking the time to do this survival bag for us when you have so much already going on in your life what a blessing

[@JohnTheRevelator11]

Omg, I’m a new sub, and a large family mom. You are so comforting. I love this style and your authenticity. By far my favorite channel for this yet.

[@NenaNenaNenaNenaNena]

You could throw the individual saltines you purchased into the day 2 bags to have with the tuna pouches

[@jeanstrazz8262]

Prayers up...I have 7 kids 9 grandchildren...I got very tired watching, as by the time I'm done I'll have a giant pile and I can see my husband's face..good ideas...I collect as I go along.. I pray Jesus comes before I do all this...

[@JamerrillStewart]

It’s a lot and as I’ve shared I’ve been gathering items for this project for over a year. After we had major forest fires in our area I decided I wanted to always have this available for my family.

[@DM-te6ci]

Even if it's too much to carry, it is so good to see what things people collect for these bags, you never know what you might have never thought of. I'm creating a good, survival storage room the last month. It really makes me think of what I spend my money on, and I now decide to buy essentials, more than clothes for my wardrobe! 🤔🤗

[@CalledtoCultivate]

We have basic hurricane emergency supplies, but I like the idea of having them in backpacks. When we move to Japan we are supposed to have emergency items ready to go in the event of a tsunami or landslide. I’ll definitely talk to my husband about putting some of these together once we get there! 👍🏻💕

[@Emily_Bower]

Jamerill, you’re doing great. You’ve got all of the right concepts down, but I think your content could use some tweaking. The bags will be so heavy that nobody will want to carry them. And they will be very bulky if you’re looking just go from house to vehicle. You may want to consider things like dried fruits instead of the containers of fruit in syrup. Dried meats like jerkies and smoked fish. The peanut butter packets instead of the Jiffy containers. Freeze dried meal packets are great too.

[@inyourdreams3263]

would going to a military or camping store and getting mre;s be better? just asking as my son takes these on weekend air soft gun games previously and is now in military and says they are pretty good

[@judimardula8685]

I agree with you, however I’m thinking these packs are not meant to be carried but stuffed into a van with all of the kids. Otherwise I would have kits individualized to the child’s ages, carrying capacity. She seems focused on what the kids are familiar with, I would recommend getting the kids familiar with Mountain House meals. People have to start somewhere, she is off to a good start. She might also want to get some emergency bevy sacks. They are light, small and really work.

[@mariahbrooker2427]

You could do completes meals too!! They are shelf stable and you can eat it cold if need be..and some mio...or the singles for bottle water..like Kool aid, Hawaiian punch.. crystal light..they even have Gatorade ones.. you could add pop tarts for a fun thing..and a candy bar...like Snickers...or u could do protein bars...also..ready pasta...

[@albertabyers7157]

You could also add the bear creek dried soup mix. They are light and you just add water. They make enough for 8 people. They sell them at Walmart.

[@caziontherise]

YES!Bear Creek and Shore Lunch. Put the pouches in gallon ziplock unopened and suck all air out with straw and seal up. May last you longer.

[@kellyschutte2252]

And they are delicious!

[@sagawang5]

The squeeze peanut butters is a great idea. Thx for sharing & inspiring

[@Nicole-em4nd]

I added Carnation Instant breakfast to our bags for the extra protein.

[@bunnypuppy1571]

Mountain house or backpackers pantry. They are a little spendy but they work really good if you want to cut down on bulk of the cans. They have them at Walmart and any sporting goods stores. I use them. And they work really good just add hot water.

[@georgiegirl6815]

Nutritional shakes like Boost or Ensure are great for backpacks. I do love those collapsible water bottles!

[@lailaharrison1204]

As an avid camper, I recommend mixing some hot chocolate in some peanut butter. It'll change your life. Plain ole PB everyday could get boring. We also make a dessert from hot chocolate. My kids call it mud. Just add a small bit of water in the pack. Eat it like pudding. It'll be kinda grainy but it's a mood booster when you want a treat.

[@Tiffany-vj1tv]

I don't know how you do it!!!!! You are truly amazing Jamerrill 💛many blessings 🙏let us pray we never need these. But better safe then sorry. 🙏

[@TheRaeRae55]

In those tuna packs they now have ones with grains and stuff in them too. They are great emergency meals, I keep a couple in my diaper bag.

[@anitatucker8812]

While I was watching you I came up with even more ideas for my family. See you next time.

[@JamerrillStewart]

I'm so glad!!

[@TheSquirrelgirl55]

Reminds me of the late night last minute pa king of numerous Christmas stockings, or boxes/ bags fir mission projects, Such good ideas. Sure will be glad if you have to “ bug out” or be hunkered down without normal access, amenities, utilities. Looking forward to the backpack video now. Your mind reminds me of how I think when gathering and setting up things like this. Great job.

[@samanthaporter6662]

I need to do this and keep prepping... Does not seem like things are going to get better anytime soon.....

[@LazyKFarmstead]

I put a couple of napkins in each of my bags for the day as well. And 5 trash bags rolled in my backpack for all the packaging.

[@thethess3054]

U could use those individual saltines packs for the peanut butter or with the tuna.

[@donnastevenson6700]

Iam definitely going to do this. Thank God it is just me and my husband lol ( I continue to bow down to you, and all that you do) love from a fellow RN

[@vergieclark131]

Thank you so much I downloaded the 72 hour backpack info and starting to put it all together ! I already had some of the things and planning on picking up more ! Your info is greatly appreciated ! 💜

[@maryhugheswalker8739]

Tuna, mac and cheese, and green (sweet) peas makes a DELICIOUS meal anytime.

[@XyZ98768]

Good video. You always share lots of great info. Please think about getting a suitcase scale and weigh the bags. Or try to have each kid wear their backpacks for 30 minutes and walk around. I think the may be too heavy. You mentioned the tuna packs and how they also sell chicken in a pouch too. If your family likes spam, they also sell it in pouches. I think focusing on those 3 as your main protein would really allow you to get rid of all the cans and drastically lighten the load. I look forward to the rest of the series. I do appreciate all that you share , as I get many great ideas from you. 😘

[@wildshadowstar]

I haven’t seen too many survival grab and go videos, but I’m glad you’ve included food that yours includes food that your family eats everyday. Some people get those army MREs, and while those might do in a pinch, aren’t as tasty as one would like, or as handy for a larger family.

[@lisalalena1981]

You can get the can toppers that are used for can pet food for the beef stew so if they dont finish it it would be sealed up

[@patriciashipman7091]

Have you thought about getting saddle bags for the dogs in case you have to bug out

[@Kellykins1]

Are you going to do a practice run with the family, would be a fun camping experience, even if you only did it every time you change the food out every so often .

[@ritasanders7499]

You should be proud of you. You are amazing and I look so forward to your videos. Admire you so much.

[@crazyoldlady3966]

You are one hard working momma!!

[@tngardener231]

You are creative, I just put everything in 5 gallon buckets that I can throw in the car 😂 It will be family meals not individual meals because I’m lazy like that. Everyone does have a backpack and we have a medical backpack as well.

[@krisqueen5939]

I like the bucket idea I think that with back packs would work for me, I have thought of totes but they would be too heavy, I am not add capable add when younger, so we just have back packs... I want more, thanks for a great idea😊

[@karenkingrey6142]

I have seen recently, the collapsible cups. I’m thinking those would be perfect for picking in backpacks for hot cocoa or really any liquid! (Just an idea) Thank you for your food pack ideas, you e given me some fabulous ideas!!

[@fearfullycreated]

I’ve gotta do something similar! Such a great idea! ❤️

[@Stargemini11]

Tennis balls can also be used for back and foot relief if needed.

[@nanajoanne867]

Thanks you're a blessing.

[@dotgoodwin4312]

U r so organized seems to me! Thanks for sharing...

[@chunkychunks17]

I was waiting for this after the first emergency kit video!!!!! Please keep making more prepping videos like this, its highly interesting and not to mention inspiring!!!!

[@lisahowe3746]

If you have a vacuum sealer, you can use it to seal bulky items like clothes. It will save space and keep them dry should the backpack gets wet. It could also be used to put the meals in, instead of storage bags.

[@msgottaneedtoknow]

Don’t forget identification and family pictures in case anyone gets separated. Any prescription medications that are needed. A super sturdy contractor garbage bag in each can be a lifesaver in many ways. Cut the toothbrush’s in half to take up less space. Waterproof bags for separating and categorizing. Don’t forget a good knife (full tang) for anyone old enough. A small silky saw. Extra warm/wool socks. Feet are important Blankets A container for water COFFEE! Lol Lighters and more furosemide rods/fire starters. Chicken/beef/veggie bullion cubes Bibles Tarps Paracord Duct tape/gorilla taped Dice Some drink mixes/powders/hot chocolate, etc. Just some more ideas 😊❤️

[@GaryAndHeatherBush]

I have water flavoring in my camping and emergency bins as a treat… and in case the water we are drinking safe but not delicious. i have some water tablets but those life straws you showed in the other video seem like a better option.

[@sundaesprinkles]

Two things I would recommend to add to your emergency meal bags… is a styrofoam or heavy paper plate for bags with the chicken/rice/stew meal bags… such a sanity saver and Pennies on the dollar to add. As well as individual alcohol wipes/or sanitizer wipes for each bag… in an emergency situation cleanliness may be compromised and digging through the bag to get liquid sanitizer or larger packs of wipes is an extra added hassle esp with lots of kiddos. 😊 These things have worked well for me in these situations ie camping or at home without electricity during snow storms. Loving your content lately! 😊

[@sagawang5]

U inspired me to take a good look in my bags as I forgotfood

[@319roxanne]

Dollar Tree has great ponchos! I also use their shower curtains to put on the floor of a tent or even over the top. I hook it with clothes ins or those metal office clips. The ones that are black and have silver pinchers.

[@Jennifer_Skinner]

I have that same hand crank radio! It's been 3 years, still going strong!

[@sheilaperl4155]

My goodness you have done so much prep for your emergency backpacks, thank you for sharing what you have learned!!

[@gobigorgohomefamilymeals9389]

Jamerrill you are amazing can you show us what your food storage looks like and give us tips on what we should have in our food storage

[@merediths9667]

You have inspired me to get this done for my family. Thanks so much for all your hard work prepping this package and vids for us. I really appreciate you! ❤️

[@JamerrillStewart]

You can do it!

[@lavonnep.1412]

Hey hon.. these are great! Luv all the info..and diff sites to look at also.. Thx for takin the time to share all this and ur pdf for us!! Have a great day!🥰😘

[@WildKraftyAotearoa]

You do great great job with everything you do Jamerill, it is always done with love and care. I think you could benefit from investing in a Freeze Dryer for food preservation and preparedness. Here in NZ it is a bit harder to find them and they are pricier. I have a big family too and totally understand the extra effort it takes to have them all safe, watered and feed. Much blessings to you and your family.

[@susanberry3676]

Thank you so much for sharing all this .. Great ideas !!

[@Sparklefrogs101]

DollarTree glow stick bracelets or necklaces...fun for the kids and a great way to keep track of the kids if you had to bug out in the night time. All of your ideas are great, I would switch day one with day three so heaviest stuff is consumed first and maybe toss in a couple of sandwich bags for leftovers and wet washcloths.

[@krystalwilliamson192]

Thank you so much for doing this. Also you are amazing for having 9 babies! I am currently expecting #5 and want to pull out my hair most days. Lol. We are just getting started on this process with a limited budget and seeing your dollar tree hall was amazing. We are actually making bug out bags for my brother and his soon to be wife as their wedding gift in addition to making our own for 7 people so 9 people total.

[@karbear26]

Those food packs look great to add to your emergency bags! I think it’s good that you’re putting extra plastic ware in the food packs especially with little one they could drop the other ones and get dirty you may not want to waste water washing them off or they could loose them! The big ziplock bags after you finish your meal will be great to have! Whoo hoo we’ll get a third video!!

[@nonyabeez734]

Should buy Liquid I.V. From Costco and add one in every bag for dehydration

[@colleenosburn-sapp3201]

Juice box or milk box (self stable) or those little packs to add to water bottle maybe more helpful than hot chocolate packs since they require hot water.

[@wrightfamily5625]

You have given me such great ideas.

[@laurakeyes5010]

As I was watching this I had an idea about the food bag. Put the expiration dates on the bags for each food item in it. Or maybe a master list to make it easier to keep up with.

[@tawanacooke4438]

Thanks for sharing ❤️.. blessings to you and your beautiful family 🤗

[@kristenkerr7126]

We bought the freeze dried meals in a pouch from The camping/hiking section of Walmart for our bug out bags. Definitely lighter than canned goods. We also got some beans in pouches but those do weigh down the bags....

[@CatherineGoodrich]

Packs of individual protein powder if you have one you like is easy to pack, light, and all you would need is water to mix it. In a true emergency, it would work for a meal. Also, for the tuna packs, find those little packets of mayo and/or relish to throw in there. You can peel the top off the tuna, squeeze in the condiments and mix with a fork in that bag. Again, in a true emergency, it works. Protein bars, jerky, trail mix packs, those PB cups etc are light, packable and work in a pinch. Calorie dense, low volume, ready to eat is the way to go. I know me... I would have a fit about eating cold canned food, even in a disaster lol.

[@michelel965]

One thing to remember you’ll be sustaining life not necessarily be full. That being said, kids may need more food to be happy. MRE’s are a great idea and also protein powder is great to mix to water. Tang and crystal light is another great option. Hard candies and other non melting candies are ideal, too. Of course, each person has to consider their diet needs due to health issues. You did a fantastic job showing how to get started. Hands down, fantastic job!! And you thought of some things I don’t have in my kits. Lastly, might I say…as God’s children, I know we will all be helping our neighbors and friends and vice versa. Warm hugs from Baton Rouge….home of Cajun Navy.

[@britishcolumbiamom4896]

Realistically, pack light. If you have a non-can option, go with it. You'll need to also remember/find/hope it doesn't break a canopener as well and that can be a barrier

[@TheRiseAndFallOfJazzy]

Also pads/tampon is always important

[@ammerslo2632]

Yeah! I love meal kit ideas... More for gift giving OR for my son to give to a friend in need at school. TFS

[@JamerrillStewart]

Absolutely!!

[@paulanelson1884]

We live in Louisiana! So their is always the need for being prepared! Hurricane season from June-November. Tornados spin off the hurricanes. Then winter is ice storms! Last august was hurricane Laura, we were with out electricity for 17 days, January of this year I’ve storm was out of electricity for 15 days! This august was Ida we were prepared but thank you Jesus we weren’t affected. But all of south Louisiana was destroyed 😢

[@SchnauzerMom]

Mountain house has great individual packs of food. A lot of backpackers use them. They are easy to pack and light and you just add hot water.

[@lswest1569]

Thank you so very much. The knowledge you are sharing will help many people in the present and future. Blessings to you and yours.

[@tracythorsen6112]

That squeeze pb is what you can use those saltines for. Just a thought.

[@icequeen8504]

Hand warmers, actual sleeping bags, sleeping mats/pads, warm packable insulating jackets, clothes/socks that aren’t cotton (cotton kills) water filtration that isn’t a life straw (imagine your littles having to get that close to a river to drink?) headlamps, actual rain gear- those ponchos tear in minutes, especially on kids. Try frog toggs. They’re cheap and they double as a windbreaker/warmth layer. Tarps/tents for shelter, large plastic bags (pack liners) to keep everything in the backpack dry, duct tape, battery banks to charge electronics (radio,phone,headlamps and don’t forget the charging cords), backpacking stoves/fuel, fire starters, backup water treatment like Aqua Mira, Plastic shopping bags to put over socks to keep the feet dry... You don’t need all that food. Tuna, trail mix, peanut butter, tortilla wraps (for tuna/peanut butter wraps) and oatmeal is all you need- it’ll keep you alive and it’s lightweight and calorie dense. It’s an emergency, not a vacation buffet. I don’t want this to sound mean- your packs are cute but impractical. The kids are going to be lugging around 25lbs of stuff they’re never going to need. I know you want them all to have the same things but it’s completely unnecessary and just weighs down the packs. They don’t all need first aid kits, mirrors, combs, etc. Just my 2 cents as a backpacker, survivalist and someone that lives where week long power outages are not uncommon. I’m more than happy to help you get these packs in order if you’d like...

[@JamerrillStewart]

I appreciate your thoughts, wisdom, and experience. I figure I have to start somewhere and no matter what can only learn more and get better from here. 🙌🏻❤️

[@SweetbearCoyote]

@@JamerrillStewart she’s right Jamerrill. Those backpacks are way to repetitive and heavy. The best channels for emergency bug out bags are survival channels not homemaking channels. It’s really good you’re doing this, we just never know when we might need it. 👍

[@janakubin2547]

Thank you very much 😊

[@lisalittle6628]

Hello Jamerrill! Love love love what you are doing! I see you are flooded with suggestions, but I didn't see chapstick in this or your previous video. Windchapped lips are no fun, plus they are lightweight. Another thing you may want to consider is travel size sunscreens, also small enough to tuck in one of the zipper compartments or pockets of the backpacks. Thank you for sharing your ideas :)

[@JamerrillStewart]

I have those packed and showed the lip balm in the first video. Thank you for the sunscreen suggestion!

[@teresaduggan8943]

I definitely need to do this for my family never can be too prepared

[@sunaugvttony7746]

A good tip is write down a date to check best buy dates because things like the nuts granola bars fruit cups and such expired sooner then the can goods so i didnt want it to go to waste and eat it so now i have half full backpacks because i havnt replaced that stuff yet.