Preparedness, calmly

Practical survival, explained.

Clear, researched guides to being ready when the power goes out, the water stops or help is slow to arrive. General preparedness for everyday households.

First page of the free 72-Hour Survival Kit Checklist PDF, with tick boxes for water, food, warmth and shelter, and first aid.

Start with the checklist

A two-page printable checklist for a 72-hour kit: water, food, warmth, first aid, light, tools and documents. Free PDF, no sign-up needed.

Based on the kit lists from Ready.gov, the American Red Cross and the CDC.

Get the free checklist

Guides

One page per topic: an infographic, the key points in plain text, and the official sources.

See all guides

What the channel covers

Deadly Mushroom Survival is a survival and emergency-preparedness channel. Every video is researched from official sources such as Ready.gov, the American Red Cross and the CDC, with the sources shown on screen.

  • 01Emergency kitsWhat to pack, how to store it and when to refresh it.
  • 02BlackoutsLight, communication and staying comfortable when the power is out.
  • 03WaterHow much to store and how to make more water safer to drink.
  • 04FoodReady-to-eat supplies and keeping food safe.
  • 05First aidA kit you have actually opened, and a medication plan to discuss with your pharmacist.
  • 06Warmth and shelterStaying warm and dry with simple, low-cost gear.