More people are thinking about getting ready should the world go down the tubes and you need to survive. Here’s some cool gear that might be good to add to your 72-hour kit. Heck, you’ll impress people if you break these out on your next camping trip. 

Matches That Just Don’t Go Out 

Matches will keep burning under water. https://youtu.be/PXLlPAkybfY?si=F0db2VsEpqGoShDL
Matches will keep burning under water. https://youtu.be/PXLlPAkybfY?si=F0db2VsEpqGoShDL
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These matches come in a smash proof case. They keep burning in a stiff breeze or even a hurricane. Put them under water and when they come back out they will flare up again. Even burying them underground won't extinguish the fire.

Emergency Shelter Builds An Igloo in Snowy Conditions

Shelter uses the snow like an igloo. https://youtu.be/PXLlPAkybfY?si=F0db2VsEpqGoShDL
Shelter uses the snow like an igloo. https://youtu.be/PXLlPAkybfY?si=F0db2VsEpqGoShDL
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This origami like structure isn't made for snow to slide off, but instead captures any snow fall and uses it to create an insulator over the structure. It is super easy to set up and can withstand all kinds of conditions.

Get Piping Hot Water From the Sun

This kettle will puify the water and then heat it in the sun. https://youtu.be/PXLlPAkybfY?si=6S_TKXLn7v0M8B_W
This kettle will puify the water and then heat it in the sun. https://youtu.be/PXLlPAkybfY?si=6S_TKXLn7v0M8B_W
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This simple device gives you hot water wherever you are. Just fill it up and leave it in the sun. The solar technology soon delivers water steaming hot. It also includes water purification if you need to fill it up at a stream.

Hand Driven Chain Saw

This hand driven blade cuts would like a chainsaw.
This hand driven blade cuts would like a chainsaw.
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It looks like you removed the chain from your chainsaw and put some handles on it. The Nordic Pocket Saw can easily grind through logs and then fits in your pocket when you are finished.

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Here's plenty more gadgets to put on your survival wish list.

Impress your friends and feel confident in your preparedness with these latest survival products.

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States with the most registered hunters

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