Ready Hour 1-Week Food Supply Ammo Can - 2,000+ calories/day
What This Supply Is Built For
This kit exists to remove food uncertainty during short disruptions — so you know exactly how long it will last, how many calories you'll get, and who it's meant to support.
It's designed to provide one person with 2,000+ calories per day for 1 week when grocery stores are unavailable, utilities are unreliable, and normal food access is disrupted — all sealed inside a rugged, lightweight ammo can that's built to grab and go the moment it's time to bug out.
Choosing the Right Supply
Not every emergency food option fits every situation. This section helps you quickly determine whether the 1-Week Emergency Food Kit matches your needs — so you can choose with confidence.
Well suited for:
- Individuals building a reliable, long-term emergency food reserve for home storage that lasts up to 25 years
- Households planning 1 week of food coverage per person as part of a comprehensive preparedness plan
- People who prioritize consistent daily calories (2,000+ per day), long shelf life, and simple preparation
- Emergency planning for short disruptions such as storms, power outages, economic instability, or supply-chain interruptions
- Anyone who wants variety and nutritional support, with multiple meal and drink options packaged for long-term storage
When another option may fit better:
- Longer outages or disruptions where you'll need more days of coverage
- Situations requiring fresh, refrigerated, or made-to-order meals
- Specialized dietary needs, unless paired with supplemental or diet-specific items
Key Decision Factors
The practical details most people compare when choosing emergency food options:
- Calories: 14,860 total (averages 2,000+/day per person)*
- Protein: 286 grams of filling protein
- Coverage: Feeds one person for 1 week, or two people for about 72 hours, at FDA-referenced calorie levels**
- Shelf Life: Up to 25 years when stored properly***
- Nutrition: Provides 100% of the daily value of 12 essential vitamins and minerals
- Preparation: Add water and heat — simple instructions on every pouch; most meals ready in about 15 minutes
- Water Required: About 2.96 gallons to prepare the entire supply
- Variety: 8 food and drink varieties totaling 58 servings
- Packaging: Resealable, heavy-duty 4-layer pouches with oxygen absorbers
- Storage: 1 durable, lightweight ammo can (14" × 7" × 8.5")
- Grown and packed in the U.S.A.
In this kit (typically includes): Maple Grove Oatmeal, Strawberry Flavored Creamy Wheat, Cheesy Broccoli Soup, Creamy Chicken Flavored Rice, Long Grain White Rice, Mac & Cheese, Homestyle Potato Soup, and Orange Energy Drink Mix.
How This Kit Compares
Not all emergency food kits deliver the same level of daily food coverage. For consistency, daily coverage here is evaluated against the commonly referenced 2,000-calorie FDA nutrition benchmark — so you're seeing the cost of real daily food support, not just the sticker price of a case. Judged that way, this kit delivers a full 2,000+ calories per person per day for seven days, not a padded serving count that leaves you short on real energy when it matters.
Preparation & Storage Notes
A good food supply is only useful if you can store it properly and prepare it when needed, so a little planning here goes a long way:
- Requires water for preparation; plan to store at least 2.96 gallons to prepare the full supply
- Most meals require a heat source — choose one that doesn't need electricity, like the VESTA for indoor use or the Inferno Pro for outdoor use
- Store in a cool, dry location for maximum shelf life
- Unopened pouches retain their shelf life even after the can is opened, when stored properly
- Opened pouches are resealable and retain shelf life for up to 1 year
Preparedness Considerations
No emergency food solution is perfect for every person or scenario, so it's worth understanding the trade-offs:
- Prebuilt to provide clear, no-guesswork food coverage — no sourcing and balancing individual items yourself
- Designed to serve as a strong foundation, with the flexibility to supplement over time based on household needs or preferences
- Works best as part of a broader preparedness plan that includes water, power, and basic cooking capability
Why People Choose This Kit
Customers choose this emergency food supply because it delivers predictable daily calories, long shelf life, simple preparation, and clearly defined coverage — a practical, grab-and-go foundation for long-term preparedness planning.
Questions This Product Helps Answer
This product is a strong fit if you're asking:
- "How do I feed myself or my family during an emergency?"
- "Which emergency food actually provides enough calories per day?"
- "What food can I store long-term without rotating every year?"
- "What is the simplest way to build a serious emergency food reserve?"
Disclaimers & Notes
- Nutritional values are achieved through daily consumption of a variety of items in the kit.
** Calorie needs vary by individual; some people may require more or fewer calories per day.
*** Shelf life depends on storage conditions.
Allergen alert: Some meals in this kit contain wheat, milk, and/or soy, among other common allergens. Refer to the ingredient list for each individual item.
Note: Based on inventory levels and supply shortages, Ready Hour / My Patriot Supply may substitute a food or drink item with a like item of equal or greater value to expedite delivery.





