The Starter Survival Kit

aka 25 items to blow your paycheck on this weekend.  If you have nothing to see you through a survival/disaster situation, here are 25 items you should run out and buy right now:

1. A first aid kit (or you can make your own)
2. A fire extinguisher
3. A flashlight with extra batteries
4. A weather radio
5. A tent
6. A sleeping bag
7. A backpack
8. A backpacking stove and fuel
9. A good pair of hiking boots
10. A set of appropriate outdoor clothing for where you live (including outerwear)
11. Fix it stuff: rope, tarp, duct take, leather gloves, breaker bar, sewing kit
12. A good knife
13. Fire: matches, lighter, fire steel
14. Water: bottled water, water purification tabs, water containers
15. Food: a random assortment that is portable, doesn't need refrigeration, and will last for a week or so
16. Outdoor gear: compass, signal mirror, fishing kit, multi tool, magnifying glass, emergency blanket, whistle
17. A survival book (SAS, US Army Survival Manual, etc)
18. Firearm and ammo (and obviously the knowledge to use this item)
19. Spare prescription medication
20. A camp towel
21. A watch
22. A toiletry kit
23. Hygiene: toilet paper, wet wipes, hand sanitizer
24. Pen/pencil and paper
25. Stash of cash