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Advice from experience: put the candle in a zip baggie. In a hot car or having the can in the summer sun too long and the wax can melt and make a mess of everything inside. Even if deformed in the bag, the wax and wick are still very useful.

A good message in this video: have something. Too many people get stuck on "as soon as I have enough money to get everything I want" rather than starting with the basics. Having a small kit won't prepare you for everything, but having nothing prepares you for nothing.

In the U.S. go to a paint store (not Home Depot or Lowe's) to get a NEW unused 1 quart or 1 Gallon METAL paint can. They are both steel, un-lined, and the gallon size has a wire bail. Both seal up nicely. I don't know about European paint cans, but they would be 1 L. and 4 or 5 L. Johann

I never see anyone putting salt in their emergency kit, besides being essential for your body to function properly it is excellent for cleaning wounds and for oral health

i suggest you put the stuff in a ziplock bag so when you need the can for water everything is easier to manage

You put together a pretty good kit, Lilly. I've been making my own survival kits for several years, and you have most of the basics covered. May I suggest: punch a couple of small holes at the top of the can to facilitate making the 'bail' handle you spoke of. You can cover them with duct tape to maintain waterproofness. Also, instead of sugar packets, I carry several large-diamter drinking straws, cut to a length to fit, filled with honey and sealed at the ends. Honey is easier for your body to use, has healthy enzymes, and is a natural (mild) anti-biotic which can be used to treat small wounds. And honey doesn't go bad (although it will crystalize when chilled...but it can be melted again).

4:00 Love your channel, Lily, and the experiences you share. When I was a boy (+- 55 years ago) my Scoutmaster also made us carry a candle. As you say, a candle is quite bulky, so he taught us a neat trick. We learned to shave away a bit of the wax on two opposite sides of the candle, making it flatter and much thinner. Then we took a normal school ruler, wooden of course, and broke it across at the 15cm (6") mark. We then put the candle between the two ruler bits and wrapped some twine around it to hold it all together. (these days one could use duct tape). This means the candle won't break, and you also get some emergency kindling. A candle is a great fire starter once you have a small weak flame in your tinder, and it won't go out easily. Before departing on any outing or camp, your candle was inspected carefully for safety reasons. I hope you find this interesting.

I would suggest adding a Space Blanket for emergency shelter or thermal covering to keep warm in cooler weather. And a Bandana which can be used to no only cover you head but can also be used as a sling, bandage, water filter, ect. It's much like a Shemagh but smaller in size making it easy to pack. and if you can add some Ziplock bags as well. Makes it easy to keep everything in the kit together when you are using the tin to cook or boil water for drinking. You should also add some Aluminum foil as a way to gather water and maybe even cook with as a fire shield.

Good simple ideas. May I suggest a neck cord for the whistle and fire steel. Put cooking oil on metal items to prevent rusting and wrap with clip wrap. When all the items are in the can pour in meal extender (rice / buckwheat / pasta) to fill in all the voids with a zip lock bag on top to hold the meal extender. Soup stock powder / cubes help make a bush meal better. Thanks Greg.

Hi Lilly !! I was reading the comments and *Danni* mentioned about bringing a net instead of fishing line. but I think it all depends in what you're proficient with, for instance I personally don't know how to use a net efficiently enough , so I couldn't even catch a cold with it but I am ok with a fishing line , but a net can also be used for carrying stuff you gather along the way , like wild edibles , firewood ,etc...or make a small game trap. The one thing I would add to the can ,(or put the can in it ) is a lady's stoking , and here is why, it can be used as rough filter , a bag , you can pull a string from it and wrap it and tight it around your bait on the hook so it wouldn't fall apart ( especially if you have a limited supply of bait ), it's very strong you can hung stuff from it and it won't brake ( ofcource once you tight a knot with it there's no chance in hell that you be able to undo it ) , and god forbids something bad happens it can be made into a tourniquet an arm sling or to tight a splinter, but the best thing of all is.... it can be used as a sleeping hat...!!! so when you wake up in the morning probably looking more tired than when you whet to sleep your hair will loo k amazing...!!! lol... great video as allways !!!

This is a very thoughtful and useful kit Lilly, "Coffee Can" kits like this can be real life savers and are very compact too. Thanks for sharing with us!

Seeing a bunch of other videos then coming to 1080p60fps is just so refreshing! The quality of your videos and information is always amazing thank you Lilly!

Perfect. It doesn't have to be extravagant, we're talking survival here. Everything in there can keep you alive.

Awesome video. I guess if you took everyone's advice your survival can would weigh a ton, but here is my suggestion. I love a pair of pliers, either in a multi-tool or a separate miniature one. There are times you just need to bend something.

great video. all though out scouts I thought a whistle was silly and useless until i learned that after an hour you can't yell and shout but as long as you keep breathing you keep that whistle going without anything extra

I give a thumbs up to anyone who encourages survival thinking and being prepared👍🏻

I like the idea with a can. In addition to the water-boiling possibility I'd bring a DIY soda-can stove to place under the water container.

Motivated to go outdoors again! Thank you Survival Lily

Hey Lily, thanks for the video. I want to add that there is a product called "multi-purposes bracelet" which often has a small compass, thermometer, flint and striker, tiny compartment for fishing lines, hooks, sinkers and obviously, paracords from the bracelet. I love to use multi-purpose gears since it saves on weight. Just my thought! Have a good day, Lily.

Good assortment of useful and essential gear in a compact, multi-purpose container. Like that idea very much. Cheers.

Der Tampon gegen Schusswunden ist eine hervorragende Idee, vor allem hier bei uns im schönen Österreich 🇦🇹 wo die Jägerschaft gelegentlich dazu neigt sich gegenseitig nieder zu schießen 😉

Its good to revisit the basics sometimes. Nice swiss! I have the swiss champ but have been looking for a bigger one with locking blade. I may have missed the magnifying glass... I could listen to you say Voowaughta all day! 00:35

I reccomend a small net instead of a fishing string. It packs better and catches more stuff, fish, lobsters anything.

Alone In The Canadian Wilderness (Full Version).....I know this is a different video but I really wanted(as a proud Canadian) to say thank you for coming to Canada to experience and showcase what we have to offer. I'm ecstatic to see how much you enjoyed yourself here and hope others will follow suit! Love your videos and really hope you consider coming back, but to central Canada. We have the largest boreal forest in the world. From fiddleheads to chanterelles, Chaga and more! From the Largest fresh water lake(Lake Superior) in the world to the tallest cliffs in Ontario, also the oldest fossils in North America.....Stromotolites! Aprox. 2-3 billion years old, these are what created the needed oxygen for all life to exist. It's a special place, we'd love to share.

Smart kit. One of the best I have seen. I do concur with others on adding a space blanket or emergency bivy.

I'd add a couple more things: safety pins, paper clips, zip ties and some chapstik/carmex, at least one plastic bag and a space blanket.

my roadside kit includes beeswax candles. good for both burning and in an emergency you can eat them. not exactly like a fillet or steak, but it will get you enough energy in an extended emergency.

Love your videos. Thank you for taking the time to study, try out and put all your info together. Thanks for sharing with the rest of us.

You could add a cheapo poncho & mylar blanket too. Cool kit.

I'm not sure how I found this channel but I'm glad I did, keep up the great work!

It is my opinion that a survival kit's contents are dependant on your location. For example where I live in the British Lake District the main survival requirements are protection from rain, snow, wind chill and hypothermia. Water is plentiful and you are probably never more than a few miles from habitation. I pack a survival blanket, extra food (usually nuts and chocolate), a headlamp and a spare fleece. I also carry a whistle for signalling. For me snare wire, fishing kit and fire lighting items are useless. In other environments no doubt they prove very useful. My main rescue tool is leaving a pre planned route and time of return with someone reliable.

Good stuff Lilly. If you like the can for a container you might try a small paint can with a lid. They seal up nice and can be opened with your pocket knife. Thanks !

Great idea Lilly.. I did not think of using a coffee can as a survival container.. Thanks.

Miss Lilly everytime I watch your videos I always seem to learn something new thank you so very much for taking the time out of your day to be such a wonderful teacher and we love you for that

I was so sure that I would find a complete problem with your survival kit video. While I did decide that it is incomplete, I learned about jute twine dipped in wax. You can put so many things stuffed into your can idea, more than you have shown in this video. You are always interesting in your video work and I thank you for teaching me something I should already have known.

One of your best videos Lilly ! Very well done and informative.

A very good implementation of a Survivalkit! Bleib so wie Du bist! ;) Best regards, Timo.

You probably have a can opener on the knife, but if someone were to acquire one without, I recommend a p38 (military can opener). They weigh so little that I would be shocked if a kitchen scale even read 0.1oz. You can find them online and in military surplus stores. I have one in every kit I have.

You can take a empty bullet case and blow over the top and it will sound like a whistle. It may take a few times before it works but it's like anything else.

Frl. Lilly, another great video. Thanks for all that you do.

Great idea for a compact kit, thanks. I really like the Victorinox Hunter. I'll have to order one.

Hi Lilly, I'm Brazilian, and I really like your channel. I'm a fan, a big hug.

Thank you Lily! I have learned so much watching your videos. You are an exceptional person!

All excellent choices, as always. Love your videos Lilly.

Great video Lilly, love all your videos.

Great video and kit. Just a quick tip, most people use a whistle wrong...when you blow the whistle, you're supposed to plug your ears with your fingers so the loud noise does not cause your ears to ring, and reduce your ability to hear some one responding to your whistle. If you think about it, if someone can hear you a half a mile away blowing a whistle, how hard is it on your ears when they're 6 inches away from the whistle? Just a thought. Keep up the great work.

Tampons for gunshot wounds, that's actually hella smart

Ahoi Lilly. Danke für die Vorstellung des Sets ... mal wieder ein paar Inspirationen mitgenommen. Super! Lass es Dir gut gehen. Grüße, Azze

Steel can. So simple yet so important.

Hi Lilly! Excellent choices for your survival kit. Let me suggest you include a space blanket. It's a very little item which I've come to find really useful in survival situations. Congratulations on your fantastic work! All the best!

That's a great kit, and not too big or too small.

I like the idea of the survival in a can. You can use the can to boil water and container to eat from. Plus , alot more room to store other items than an altoid can. Nice. Thanks for this idea. Plan to use it.

Hi Lilly - I really enjoyed your video. I carry everything you suggest and more in a bag I carry with me every day, everywhere I go.

Very Clever, Thank You Lilly

great idea Lilly!! 👍 Thanks for sharing!! Be safe, God bless, see ya around!!

Love your work Lilly - i am going to prep a survival kit for my everyday bag

Wrapping the duct tape around the outside of the can might save space inside, as well as being aesthetically pleasing. You could also wrap your cordage around the outside. I'd also use Ziploc bags to store your first aid stuff, maybe put the dextrose in another bag. It would help to keep things organized, and protect against water damage. Is your metal container sized to match the amount of water that one of your purification tablets can treat?

I'd have a sachet of coffee in there or I'd not make it past lunch 😀

Fantastic!! Thank you. Great ideas!

Great items in that kit. If I may recommend...I'd put it all in a small lumbar/fanny pack. I have a similar kit in a lumbar pack. When I leave camp leaving behind my full backpack and gear in the tent. I take this one with me. If you get lost or attacked by a Tyrannosaurus rex you have the gear to help you survive. Everyone makes a different kit obviously. Instead of sugar I have electrolyte tablets (needs water). Also a space blanket or bivy. Baby Bic lighter. water filter straw? Many other possibilities. Love your videos!

Another great video! Thank you for sharing it.

Lilly, I was wondering about survival foods to put in your rucksack for freezing and for hot summer temperatures. Wonder if you could do a video on that?

I would add a roll of sturdy sewing thread, a needle and a bouillon cube. The thread can be used for repair of clothing, shoes and as extra fishing line and for snares. It is even strong enough for aiding in the build of a shelter. The bouillon cube can help fool your body that the very first critical pot of boiled water is actually a meal.

I would take the batteries out of the the flashlight. So they can't damage your lamp if the start leaking. Nice kit you made.

Thank you for introducing me to that knife. Looking to get it now.

Excellent recommendation Miss, keep up the GREAT VIDEOS.

Thanks Lilly keep kicking ass

I think I need a uhaul for my bug out stuff..lol. I am more of a bug in type, but you never know. And who knows how long you would be out. I would put some seeds in that can and a small hand shovel in the backpack. Seeds are light and could provide food in the long run. The more resources you have, the better your chances of survival. I'm a gardener if you cannot tell..lol. If you have a bugout location in mind...stay ahead of the game and plant something edible there now...a fig or blueberries....anything! Thanks for sharing your ideas.

Excellent. Some gauze, and polysporin couldn't hurt as well. I use vaseline-soaked cotton balls as fire starters. I haven't heard the term fire steel before; we call them flints. 35mm film canisters are great for watertight storage, but they are not as ubiquitous as they used to be.

Nice little kit I would recommend some first aid knowledge as well cause you mentioned a tampon for a gunshot wound when you can't just use a tampon you gotta control the bleeding make sure the wound is dressed properly and make sure no major arteries were damaged. As a soldier whose been shot at and seen soldiers go down thanks to bullet wounds it takes more knowledge then just what people say to fully treat a wound most people freak out and are incoherent

Love the can idea. Went to the mountains last weekend with my son. We live in Virginia and have many types of terrain. I have a habit of picking up poison ivy and chiggers from time to time. Would love if you did a video talking about these types of issues when you are camping, hiking, kayaking and climbing all the time as I do. Seems to be no avoiding it.

Many thanks dear! Great Set!

3:21 The darkness is afraid of me, I scare the living dark out of darkness, my level of darkness is too dark for dark, even the dark can't handle my unrelenting darkness. I am the dark.

Great review. Very educational!

amazing videos lilly thanks for sharing

Thank you that was informative and I am going to put this together for my car

I'm a fan of those homemade kits as well. You can pack so much into them its unreal almost. Better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it... I don't know if they still do but if remember they made a bubble gum tape that came in a chewing tobacco size container..I used to make mini kits out of those and just stick 1-2 in pockets when hiking and etc

Another great video Lilly!

Awesome kit thank you for sharing

great vid..I suggest some big strong rubber bands to hold the lid in place..also useful to make a slingshot for small game.

Hi Lilly, I really like your videos, congratulations for every beautiful place you record and also for the great huts you make of the will to go camping just see this style of survival!

Neat! Now if you can have a truly wide-mouthed plastic bottle with screw-on cap (large peanut butter bottle-jar), it can truly be watertight and floatable as well. I just put all my small and dry survival gear into my smallest 3-4 quart stainless steel pressure cooker and it keeps everything bundled and dry and one package carry in the ruck.

Simple, effective. I love simple.

I am watching this tape while I am visiting GRAND CANYON. in Arizona USA there are many foreign visitors from all over the world and many stories of parks rangers talking about people who were lost in the jungles and ended up dead, especially in North jungles in California so I showing them Lilly"s video I am watching and how to get in her channels they all gets so excited Good jobs, Lilly many thanks and keep up your work

Great video Lilly...👍👍👍Thumbs Up!!!

Add a small water filter, a few snap lights, secure the lid better. Thanks for the video

Hey Lillly, I noticed you mentioned that the whistle you used has a pea, have you tried the FOX40 CMG or just the FOX40 pea-less whistles? I use them exclusively in my work (which requires a LOUD whistle) on a carrier flight deck, and you can not beat this type of whistle for loudness and all weather usefulness.

Thank you for your video. I carry a kit everytime I leave my house in my backpack. It has Alot of the things you listed.

Great video, thanks Lilly

ill be honest, i was expecting many of the things you had in your can. good choices all in all, however the candle is a great idea that I would have never thought of, great vid!

I suggest adding a plastic "kitchen size" trash bag and a smaller zip closing bag. These fold flat and would not take much space or weight.

I like to make a small cloth sack to contain all the items that are in the can. So when you use the can for water you have something to store the other items in.

Keep the videos coming I will like and watch them!

I've read that food cans have a plastic lining that can leak BPA, especially when heated. BPA exposure is a cancer risk. Maybe one of those lil cup sized camping pots can fit in there. You could put holes into the can and turn it into a hobo stove instead.

Thanks Lilly and greetings from Poland

Alles drin für den Notfall Lilly. Gutes Kit! Beste Grüße, Matthias

Thank you for your wonderful channel!

Good video. Thank you for your hard work.

You are one incredible woman Lilly and I thoroughly enjoy watching your vids. Excellent idea about the can, I use something similar in my vehicles using a stainless steel single walled thermous bottle. Thank you for sharing so much bushcraft and survival knowledge.