Why You Need a Car Emergency Kit
Let’s get something straight—I’m not prepping for the zombie apocalypse. I just like to know that if life throws a curveball—or a car breakdown, toddler tantrum, or a weekend trip—we’re ready.
Enter: The Emergency Travel Kit. This go-bag lives in the trunk of my car and has saved our chaos-loving crew more times than I can count.
Whether you're a parent, pet owner, or just someone who likes to feel like a superhero in yoga pants, this checklist will help you create the ultimate grab-and-go kit. And yes, it fits in one glorious tote I like to call my Duffle of Doom.
For the Outdoors
- Sunscreen
- Bug Spray
For Messes
Beach Towels (one per person – they’re multi-purpose lifesavers)
- Wet Wipes
- Garbage bags
- Ziplock Bags
For Hygiene
Clothing for 3 days (plus extra socks & undies)
2 days of beauty & hygiene essentials
Diapers & wipes (if applicable)
For Safety
- Flashlight
- Mini Tool Kit
- Jumper Cables
- Bungee Cords
- Bandaids
- Cell Phone Charger
- Emergency Family Plan
- Blankets
- Duct Tape
- Scissors
- Matches & Lighter
- Binder with copies of important documents
- Family Photos for ID
For Nutrition
- Pet food (2 days)
- Non-perishable food & snacks
- Water bottles
- Medicine & vitamins (2 days)
- Hard candy (for blood sugar crashes)
