Lessons Learned From My First 72-Hour Emergency Kit Test
Did a full run-through of my 72-hour kit this weekend, acting like the power was out and water was off. Realized I underestimated how much water I really needed, especially for basic hygiene—not just drinking. My headlamp batteries were also nearly dead, even though I thought I’d rotated them. For those who’ve done similar trials, what surprised you the most? Any tips for keeping supplies truly “rotation-ready” beyond just marking a calendar?