Survival Christmas Gifts

[Turf]

I was thinking about getting my family some gifts that could be helpful in a survival situation/teotwaki scenrio that would also be fun to have for camping/everyday use.

I am looking for gifts for my dad, mom, 2 sisters (both adults), brother-in-law, and under 5 year old nephew. All like guns fine and somewhat interested in survival (girls less than guys). Family has just started a small garden. Guys are pretty set on run-of-the-mill knives (nephew will be when he gets old enough, haha). I am looking for gifts that they can keep and won't use up (not really looking for ideas on ammo, food, etc)

The tentative idea right now is to get everyone eno doublenest hammocks with slapstraps (although I would have to come up with an idea for one of my sisters that already has one, I would still need something for the little guy, and it is getting a little pricey). Price range is around $50-$80 each ($300-480...wow, seems like a lot more when I add it up, haha). I am also trying to get something I can get everyone at once for their "big" gift as I don't have too much time to shop around.

I want some ideas for my family, but I think this would be a good place to list any ideas for any age range, level of interest, and price range. When you list suggestions, try to at least list a price range (if you know it) to make it easier for everyone.

[Troutburger]

Waterfilter straws and nalgenes

[cachemastert]

MRE's, firestarters and these things are going in the stockings here this year_ http://www.amazon.com/ResQMe-Escape-Tool-Made-Orange/dp/B0042VTYXM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1354406267&sr=8-2&keywords=resqme

[Moped]

What about a bugout bag for each with some necessities like paracord, a small stove, water bottle, etc,etc...

[Will H]

My budget for family gifts was really small this year, so I got them all small alcohol stoves. Not only are they good for SHTF, but also for normal things like power failures.

[jtmaze]

How bout a fire rated cooking set that is self contained(each one fits inside the other for storage. Last I looked(acouple of years ago) they weren't outrageous and could be picked up at any store that carried camping equipment.


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[AdotOdot4]

A couple years ago I put together small medkits for everyone's cars.

CRKT Eat'N tools will be a stocking stuffer this year.

[vontar]

Hand crank, radios' with solar and the options to recharge cell phones.

example http://www.amazon.com/Ambient-Weather-Emergency-Flashlight-Certified/dp/B0071BTJPI/ref=sr_1_fed1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1354464284&sr=8-1&keywords=radio+hand+crank but there are many others.

[Jamie Jackson]

I gave some family members the [url="http://www.directive21.com/products/sport-berkey-water-bottle/"] Sport Berkey water filtration bottle[/url] last year. I keep one in my GHB/BOB.
They are about $25.00 at Driective 21, but you may be able to search around and find them for about $20.00.
I did the Buy 5 thing for that price. Edited December 3, 2012 by prag

[peejman]

Water purification system (filter, tablets, etc.), small camp stove, solar charger, first aid kit. Get the little one a shaker flashlight. Kids love flashlights.

[Jamie Jackson]

I realize this may be a bit late, but the offer is still available.

 

I gave a couple of subscriptions to [url=http://www.backwoodshome.com/store/files/sub1special.html] Back Woods Home magazine[/url] to some family and friends.

 

I have subscribed to BHM for several years and frequently refer to past articles for information and ideas. imho it's one of the best magazines for Self Sufficiency and Self Reliance / Homesteading…and a true value in this day and age.

 

Helping others on the road to self sufficiency will benefit us all.

 

 

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