Have you ever been in the middle of making dinner, the kids doing homework, or relaxing after a long day when—suddenly—the power goes out? One moment everything is normal, and the next you’re fumbling around in the dark, wondering where you last left the flashlight. It’s stressful, it’s inconvenient, and sometimes it’s even scary.
That’s exactly why every home needs a blackout box—a simple kit that keeps your most important items in one place so you’re never caught off guard.
And the good news? You don’t have to figure it out alone. I’ve put together a free one-page printable—“Top 5 Must-Haves to Start Your Blackout Box”—that you can download instantly and use as a quick-start guide.
👉 Grab your free printable here.
What Is a Blackout Box?
Think of it as your family’s go-to emergency kit for power outages. Instead of scrambling around for candles, chargers, or snacks, you’ll know exactly where to find everything in one neat container. It doesn’t need to be fancy—a plastic bin, backpack, or even a sturdy shoebox will do. What matters is that it’s ready, accessible, and stocked with the right essentials.
Why Start with the Top 5?
When it comes to prepping, most of us get overwhelmed because the lists feel endless. That’s why this guide keeps it simple—just five key items that will make the biggest difference when the lights go out.
These aren’t complicated or expensive things. In fact, you probably already have most of them at home. The printable simply pulls it all together in one spot, so you can stop overthinking and actually get it done.
How to Use the Free Printable
The checklist is designed to make prepping quick and doable—because you don’t need another overwhelming to-do list.
Download it from this link.
- Print it and keep it somewhere handy—inside your pantry door, taped to your fridge, or right inside your blackout box.
- Use it as a guide while you gather your items.
In less than 30 minutes, you’ll go from unprepared to confident that your family is ready for the next unexpected outage.
Final Thoughts
We can’t control when the lights go out—but we can control how prepared we are. A blackout box takes the panic out of power outages and replaces it with peace of mind.
The free printable will get you started, but if you want a complete guide with extra pages, checklists, and everything you need to keep your home running smoothly during a blackout, I’ve created a full printable just for you.
👉🏼 Get the full Blackout Box Planner here.
Because when the power goes out, being ready is everything.
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