in the go-bag

• lighter (2)
• waterproof matches (2 boxes)
• firestarter pack
• rope
• duct tape
• water filtration system
• nalgene
• $200 cash (enough? or cash even necessary?)
• camp stove
• propane (2)
• stainless steel utensils, cookware & cups
• copies of social security cards & birth certificates
• sewing kit
• leatherman
• flashlight (battery op & handcrank)
• tent & tarp
• sleeping bag (need to buy lightweight one!)
• toothbrush & powder toothpaste
• loose tobacco (2 pkgs) (if all goes to shit and this becomes currency)

other preparations

• dad's emergency medical bag (separate orange bag, kept in closet near go-bag)
• Buck knife (kept by bedside)