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Fish are one of the most dependable wild foods. A compact fishing kit belongs in every bug out bag, and a full rod and tackle setup belongs at home.

Updated November 1, 2026

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72 HoursTop Pick

Pocket Survival Fishing Kit

Hooks, line and lures in a tiny kit for your go bag.

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2 WeeksTop Pick

Telescopic Fishing Rod and Reel Combo

Collapses to pack size and comes with reel and line.

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2 Weeks

Tackle Box Starter Kit

Lures, hooks and weights for many kinds of fish.

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2 Weeks

Cast Net

Catch bait and small fish fast. Check state rules.

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2 Weeks

Folding Landing Net

Land fish without losing them at the shore.

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2 Weeks

Fillet Knife

Clean fish quickly and safely.

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90 DaysYear Round

Ice Fishing Kit with Shelter

Keep fishing all winter long.

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90 Days

Hand Ice Auger

Drill through ice with no fuel needed.

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90 DaysYear Round

Fishing Kayak

Reach more water, and a backup way to travel by water.

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90 Days

Automatic Yo Yo Fishing Reels

Set them and they catch while you work. Legal only in some states.

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2 Weeks

Bulk Fishing Line Spool

Line for fishing, snares, repairs and shelters.

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90 Days

Trotline Kit

Set many hooks on one line. Check state fishing rules.

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90 DaysYear Round

Fish Finder

Find fish faster from shore, boat or ice.

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What to look for

  1. Check your state fishing license rules. Most adults need one.
  2. A telescopic rod packs small enough for a go bag.
  3. Some survival tools like cast nets and auto reels are restricted in some states.
Related guide

90 Day Survival Kit and Preparedness Plan

For families who want deep security: three months of food, water and off grid power.

Common questions

What is in a survival fishing kit?

Hooks, line, sinkers, small lures and floats in a compact tin or pouch. It turns any stick or rod into a way to catch food.