--- title: "Out of the ordinary - small things which can make a big difference" url: "https://staging.bepreparedsolutions.co/solutions/BeEquipped/kits/out-of-the-ordinary-small-things-which-can-make-a-big-difference" description: "Fill the gaps in your emergency plan with overlooked essentials. Practical tools, first aid, and comfort items for any disaster." source: "BePrepared Solutions" --- # Out of the ordinary - small things which can make a big difference ## Overview Sometimes it's the little things that make a big difference, like remembering your anniversary or having the right tool when you need it most. This kit is full of those often-overlooked essentials that can turn a difficult situation into a manageable one, for any time frame. Think of it as the "secret sauce" for your emergency preparedness plan. ## When you would use Out of the ordinary - small things which can make a big difference Picture this: a storm knocks out power and you're stuck at home. You've got food and water, but boredom is setting in. That's when you remember the games tucked away in this kit, providing a much-needed distraction for the whole family. Or, imagine a flash flood contaminates your water supply. With the hand siphon, you can safely transfer water from a less-compromised source. This kit is designed to complement your existing preps, adding layers of resilience and problem-solving power to any emergency scenario. ## How we selected the items We thought through the common gaps in most emergency preparedness plans. It's easy to focus on the big-ticket items like food and shelter, but what about the smaller details that can significantly impact your well-being? For example, many people forget that stored gasoline can degrade over time, rendering it useless. That's why we included a fuel stabilizer to ensure your backup generator is ready when you need it most. Similarly, standard wrenches often won't work to shut off your water main, so we've included specialized water shut-off tools to address this oversight. This kit is about anticipating those unforeseen challenges and providing practical solutions. ## Item Highlights * **Hand Siphon:** Easily transfer fuel or water; never get caught without a way to move liquids. * **Emergency Weather Radio:** Stay informed with weather alerts and news, even without power. * **Instant Blood Stop Spray:** Quickly control bleeding from minor cuts and abrasions. * **Portable Toilet:** Maintain sanitation and hygiene in situations where plumbing is unavailable. **Estimated total:** Starts at $518. Estimated Amazon total when this page was built, not a price BePrepared Solutions charges. Kits are fulfilled through Amazon; the current price is on Amazon at checkout. ## What's in the kit (24 items) ### Tools & Power - Hand siphon for water and or gas - Heavy duty stainless steel multi-tool - Water shut off tools - Gas stabilizer for long term storage - Propane Tank Hose - with built in fuel level gauge (long) - Propane Tank Hose - with built in fuel level gauge (short) - Fire Starter - solid fuel squares - 1/2 Inch X 6 Inch Large Ferro Rods, with a drilled Lanyard Hole for Camping Emergency - Spray Waterproof Sealant - Heavy Duty, Grey Duct Tape ### Shelter & Sleep - Heavy duty waterproof tarp with grommets - mylar - Insect Netting ### Radio Communications - Emergency Weather Radio, with 14h charge capacity ### Personal Defense & Safety - Work Gloves - Heavy Duty, Cowhide, Abrasion & Puncture Resistant - Fire Blankets ### Navigation & Maps - US road atlas - medium size, spiral bound ### Knowledge & Entertainment - Games to pass the time ### Health, Hygiene & Medical - Shaving essentials - Antiseptic gargle - Gauze bandages with baking soda infused - Instant blood stop spray - Burn bandages ### Food, Water & Waste - Portable Toilet complete with a seat and toilet paper holder - Waste Treatment & Waste Bags for Portable Toilet ## About this kit Most emergency kits focus on the big items like food and water, but it's the small things that often make the biggest difference. The Out of the Ordinary kit is designed to complement your existing preps by adding practical solutions to common oversights. This kit includes: * **Health and first aid**: Instant blood stop spray, gauze bandages with baking soda, burn bandages, and antiseptic gargle to address injuries and prevent illness in less sanitary conditions * **Water and fuel management**: Hand siphon for safely transferring water or fuel, water shut-off tools (standard wrenches won't work), and gas stabilizer to keep stored fuel ready * **Fire and warmth**: Fire starter squares, ferro rods, fire blankets, and a propane tank hose with fuel gauge * **Sanitation and comfort**: Portable toilet with seat and supplies, waste treatment bags, insect netting, and games to manage boredom during extended outages * **Tools and protection**: Heavy-duty work gloves, multi-tool, duct tape, waterproof tarp, spray sealant, and emergency weather radio Whether you're facing a storm, flood, or extended power outage, these essentials solve the small problems that compound during a crisis. ## Questions ### What makes this kit different from a standard emergency kit? This kit fills the gaps most people overlook, like water shut-off tools, fuel stabilizer, blood stop spray, and games for boredom. It's designed to layer onto your existing food and water supplies, adding resilience and problem-solving power. ### Who is this kit for? Families and individuals who already have basic emergency supplies but want to address practical details they may have forgotten, like fuel degradation, specialized tools, first aid specifics, and sanitation. ### What scenarios does this kit help with? It's useful for power outages, storms, floods, and other emergencies where you need to manage water, fuel, injuries, sanitation, and morale over hours or days. ### Can I use the hand siphon for both water and fuel? Yes, the hand siphon is designed to safely transfer both water and fuel from one source to another when needed. ### Does this kit include food and water? No, this kit is meant to complement your existing food and water supplies. It focuses on the often-overlooked tools, first aid items, and comfort essentials that make a big difference. Full kit page, with product details and the affiliate disclosure: [Out of the ordinary - small things which can make a big difference](https://staging.bepreparedsolutions.co/solutions/BeEquipped/kits/out-of-the-ordinary-small-things-which-can-make-a-big-difference) --- _Guidance here is general and cannot account for your circumstances. In an active emergency, official instructions from local authorities take precedence over anything published by BePrepared Solutions._