created May 24, 2010
modified December 27, 2011

Suggested Go-Kit Supplies

Use this list as a guide or memory jogger only -

no one could or would carry all this and still call it a "Go-Kit"


Go-Kit  (Radio Equipment and Gear)
Radio Equipment
* Radio, 2 meter
* Radio, 220
* Radio, 440
* Radio, HF
* Radio, 6 meter
* Speaker mikes/headsets
* Speakers
* Earphones
* Battery packs for each radio
* NiCad packs for each radio
* Multi-Outlet Power Strips
* Self-Contained Power Backup Units
* 12V battery
* 5/8 wave whip antenna
* Rubber duck mag-mount antenna
* 2-M/220/440 mag-mount antenna(s)
* Patch cords
* Adapters
* Extension cords
* GMRS/FRS transceivers
* Anderson® Power Poles
* Surge-Protected Power Strips
* CB Radio
* 3-prong to 2-prong adapter
* Spare fuses
* Scanner
* Repeater directory
* Cell phone
* GPS
* APRS
* Slow-Scan Transceivers
* Rig-Runner(s)
* Ham Radio Plates on Vehicle
* ARRL® Net Directory


Miscellaneous ARES Items
* DMV license
* FCC Amateur license
* FCC GMRS license
* Disaster Service Worker card
* Pens
* Clipboard
* Notepaper/pads
* Laptop
* Mini-MAGlite® for directing traffic
* Message forms
* Log sheets
* Rosters/phone lists
* Personal ID Badges
* ARES® uniform
* ARES® vehicle placard
* Maps
* UPS
* ARES® ID Card
* ICS Forms
* Binoculars/spotting scope
* Anemometer
* Hygrometer
* Thermometer
* Compass
* Camera
* ARES® Field Manual
* Bullhorn


Tool Box
* Screwdriver, slotted
* Screwdriver, Phillips
* Pliers
* Needle nose pliers
* Wire cutters
* Small hammer
* Socket wrenches
* Tower Belt
* Electrical tape
* Hookup wire
* Wire stripper
* Alligator clips
* Jumper cables
* Ropes
* Hacksaw
* Cable ties
* Crowbar
* Super Glue
* Allen wrenches
* Duct tape
* VOM
* SWR meter (HF/VHF)
* Soldering iron/solder

Go-Bag  (Personal Support Gear and Supplies)
Personal Items
* Underwear
* Shirts
* Pants
* Socks (wool)
* Socks (cotton)
* Shoes
* Cap (wool)
* Cap (visor or hat)
* Gloves (wool)
* Gloves (leather)
* Jacket
* Sweater
* Poncho/rain suit
* Deodorant
* Toothbrush/paste
* Shampoo
* Mouthwash
* Dental floss
* Vaseline®/hand lotion, oil
* Razor blades
* Sewing kit
* Hearing Aid(s) w/Spare batteries
* Facial tissue
* Insect repellant
* Sunglasses
* Spare eyeglasses
* Spare contact lenses, supplies
* Hairbrush/comb
* Sunscreen
* Feminine hygiene items
* Baby powder
* Mirror


First Aid Supplies
* Gauze pads, 4"
* Antiseptic cream (with anesthetic)
* Alcohol
* Hydrogen peroxide
* Elastic wraps
* Burn cream
* Anti-bacterial wipes
* Nuprin®/Advil®/Aspirin
* Tylenol®
* New Skin®
* Cloth tape
* Gloves, latex
* Gloves, vinyl
* Gloves, Nitrile
* Anti-diarrhea medication
* Laxative
* Anti-gas/anti-acid
* (3) Triangular Bandages
* Scissors
* Tweezers
* Mirror
* Nail clippers
* Cough Drops
* Throat lozenges
* Instant cold pack
* Instant heat pack
* Prescription meds
* (2) Tongue Depressor Blades
* Dust/bacterial mask
* Thermometer
* Band aids
* Cotton Balls
* Safety pins


Shelter/Camping Supplies
* Tent
* Ground cloth/tarp
* Lantern (electric/fuel)
* Sleeping bags
* Blankets
* Sheets, pillow cases
* Waterproof matches
* Cigarette lighter
* Generator/fuel
* Small broom
* Shovel/ax/hatchet
* Garbage bags, ties
* Clothespins
* Safety pins
* Portable broadcast radio
* Plastic Sheeting
* Candles/chemical light sticks
* A-B-C-type Fire extinguisher
* Alarm clock
* Space blankets
* Portable toilet
* Carbon monoxide detector
* Compass


Cooking Supplies
* Paper/plastic plates, bowls
* Paper/plastic cups
* Plastic utensils
* Manual Can opener
* Bottle opener
* Swiss army knife
* Sterno stove/fuel
* Hibachi/fuel
* Cook pots
* Aluminum foil
* Plastic wrap
* Zip-Lock bags


Sanitation
* Soap, antibacterial
* Soap, hand
* Soap, liquid
* Pet litter
* Towels, paper
* Towels, cloth
* Diapers
* Toilet paper (in Zip-Lok bag)
* Water purification tablets/bleach
* Baby wipes


Food & Water
* Canned meat/fish
* Canned vegetables/fruit
* Canned macaroni, spaghetti
* Canned beans/chili
* Canned pudding
* Canned baby formula
* Canned pet food
* Juice
* Peanut butter
* Jelly
* Cheese spread
* Dried fruit
* Trail mix/granola/nuts
* Snacks/candy bars
* Sugar/sweeteners
* Powdered milk, creamer
* Salt/pepper
* Water (2 gal/person/day)
* MREs (military survival rations)


Safety Equipment
* Flashlights
* Headlamp
* Safety helmet
* Dust mask
* Ear Plugs
* Gloves, leather
* Goggles
* Chemical light sticks
* Whistle
* Red Cross Course Certification Cards
* Knife
* Batteries (sizes for all uses)
* 2-million Candlepower Spotlight


Car-Kit
Vehicle Equipment
* County Street-Level Atlas
* (4) cans of Pennzoil Fix-A-Flat®
* 4-way Lug Wrench
* Small Tool Kit
* 3-in-1 Lighter Socket Adapter
* 12 VDC 275 PSI Compressor
* (5) Highway flares
* Tarp
* Automobile Accident Reports
* 12-volt Reading Lamp


BUGOUT-Kit  (If you have to vacate your home)
Important Documents
(**Copy Only - in Watertight Container!!)
* Birth Certificate **
* Marriage Certificate **
* Passport **
* Insurance Papers **
* Stocks and Bonds **
* Immunization Papers **
* Cash (including change)
* Checks and Traveler Checks
* Driver's License **
* Social Security Card **
* Wills **
* Deeds **
* Household Inventory Lists **
* Credit Card Account Numbers **
* Personal Identification Cards
* 1 Credit Card

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