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    SOL Escape Bivvy with Hood

    A step up from a standard emergency blanket — the SOL Escape Bivvy with Hood reflects up to 70% of your body heat while remaining breathable, water resistant, and durable enough for real-world use. Includes a hood for full-body coverage. Packable and lightweight, it's built for outdoor survival, winter camping, and emergency preparedness kits. A must-have for any serious bug-out bag.

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    3,750 BTU
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    Naturehike Camp Heater with Warming Shelf

    A compact 3750 BTU butane-powered portable space heater designed for both indoor and outdoor use. The integrated warming shelf doubles as a surface to heat food or water — a rare and practical feature. Lightweight and easy to carry, making it ideal for emergency heating during power outages, winter storms, camping, and bug-out scenarios. A reliable, fuel-efficient heat source when the grid goes down.

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    9,000 BTU
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    Mr. Heater Portable Buddy 9,000 BTU Propane Heater

    The most popular portable propane heater in North America — and for good reason. Delivers up to 9,000 BTU of radiant heat and can warm spaces up to 225 square feet for up to 3 hours on a single 1lb propane cylinder. Safe for indoor use with an automatic low-oxygen safety shutoff and tip-over protection. Folds flat for easy transport and storage. An essential piece of gear for winter power outages, camping, and emergency heating when the grid goes down.

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    Sierra Madre Emergency Sleeping Bag

    An ultralight Mylar thermal bivy sack that reflects up to 90% of your body heat, keeping you warm in life-threatening cold. Waterproof and windproof, it doubles as a tent or emergency blanket. Compact enough to toss in any bug-out bag, hiking pack, or survival kit — an essential layer of protection when the unexpected hits.

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    Arcturus Heavy Duty Blanket

    A multi-layered survival blanket that can be used as a ground cover, tarp, or emergency shelter.

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    4-Pack
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    QIO CHUANG Mylar Emergency Blankets (4-Pack)

    A 4-pack of heavy-duty Mylar space blankets that retain up to 90% of body heat. Windproof, waterproof, and compact enough to fit in any bug-out bag, first aid kit, or hiking pack. Versatile enough for emergencies, marathons, camping, and survival situations — a must-have multi-pack for families.

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    4-Pack
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    Mylar Emergency Blankets (4-Pack)

    Gigantic, extra-thick Mylar space blankets that retain up to 90% of body heat — far larger and more durable than standard emergency blankets. Windproof and waterproof, they work as ground covers, shelters, or wraps. An essential multi-use layer for any bug-out bag, car kit, or home emergency supply.

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    ELK Emergency Poncho (4-Pack)

    A 4-pack of reversible Mylar thermal ponchos that retain body heat while keeping rain out. Reflective exterior increases visibility in low-light emergencies. Doubles as a blanket, ground cover, or signal device — compact enough for any bug-out bag, car kit, or first aid kit.

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    2-Person
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    Go Time Gear Survival Life Tent

    A 2-person Mylar tube tent that reflects up to 90% of body heat and sets up instantly with the included paracord — no poles required. All-weather protection from rain, wind, and cold in a compact package. Includes an emergency whistle and is sized for two adults, making it a must-have for family bug-out bags and survival kits.

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    2-Person
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    SURVIVE Survival Tent with Doors

    A step up from standard tube tents — this 2-person Mylar shelter features actual closeable doors for superior wind and rain protection. Reflectes up to 90% of body heat for all-weather thermal protection. Comes with 22ft of paracord and an emergency whistle, ready to deploy straight out of the bag.

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    500lb Rated
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    Wise Owl Outfitters Camping Hammock

    A heavy-duty hammock rated to 500lbs with tree-friendly straps included — no extra hardware needed. Works as a single or double and sets up in under two minutes. Ultralight and compact, it's a go-to for hikers, backpackers, and preppers who need reliable off-ground shelter at a moment's notice.

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    Sunyear Camping Hammock with Bug Net

    A single & double hammock tent with a built-in bug net and two 10ft hanging straps — no extra gear needed. Sets up in minutes and holds two people, making it ideal for families or hiking partners. Lightweight and packable enough for any bug-out bag, survival kit, or hiking pack.

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    40-Pair Pack
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    HotHands Hand Warmers (40 Pair)

    Air-activated hand warmers that deliver up to 10 hours of safe, odorless heat — no shaking or chemicals required. A 40-pair bulk pack ensures your whole family stays warm during extended power outages, winter evacuations, or cold-weather emergencies. Compact enough to toss in every bug-out bag, jacket pocket, and car kit. When temperatures drop and the grid goes down, these are the difference between miserable and manageable.

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