Bug Out Bags 101

[EvilBlackGun]

I think that anyone with a High School education ...

... could have seen how inflation would be driving precious metals, commodities, and the "things men tend to collect" UP, and inflating the worth of the $ DOWN. But it's easy to ignore. A bag of circulated silver coin in 1960 (it wasn't "junk" yet) cost me $1,000. And that was a good chunk of cash. But now that bag weighs the same, but is worth $30,000. Glad I bought more than one. Same as in the "SKS/7.62 crunch" those who knew (or strongly felt) made the right moves and got the rewards. What is next? Some of us know. We all probably have silver coins, bullets, and "barter-guns" in our planned G.O.O.D. packs. If not, then we should. EBG

 

[fatduk1963]

if you have a food saver take the tube out of a roll of tp and vac pack it. small lite and worth more than silver if ya need it. remember no leaves or wet in the winter. i keep 2 rolls in both cars and truck, for fishing or what ever so not to get in my bob . works good for saddle bags on a bike too!

 

[Dragon]

I don't get why people are so hung up on TP. If I'm going to pay for something to put in my vehicle, GHB, or BOB it's going to be baby wipes. More than 1 use, easier to wipe with, more hygenic, and no dingleberries.

 

[QuickyTwoFingers]

True....there is a clotting agent and gauze with ace in the belt. But, the idea is to stay away from confrontation. But if a zombie wants my fruit roll up...well....I'm gonna eat my fruit roll up!

 

[karoozin]

FWshooter Thanks for all the helpful information.

 

[karoozin]

FWshooter Thanks for all the helpful information.

 

[boosteds13cc]

I don't get why people are so hung up on TP. If I'm going to pay for something to put in my vehicle, GHB, or BOB it's going to be baby wipes. More than 1 use, easier to wipe with, more hygenic, and no dingleberries.

agreed 110%

 

[grahamsy2k]

great

 

[Jakob]

Baby wipes.. that's an interesting idea! I have always vacuum sealed TP rolls. Baby wipes would make much more sense. Do you think they would keep their 'moisture' over several years of storage?

 

[Dragon]

Baby wipes.. that's an interesting idea! I have always vacuum sealed TP rolls. Baby wipes would make much more sense. Do you think they would keep their 'moisture' over several years of storage?

If they're sealed in something like a food saver that's airtight, yes. In their factory sealed container they do as well. Once you open them you've got to use them or they lose it. They've been my go to for a while now and nothing is better when taking a break in the field. lol

 

[Mongoose1.1]

If ya'll are worried about the zombie apocalypse hitting in the middle of the night just lock your doors.

 

[Justin Case]

If ya'll are worried about the zombie apocalypse hitting in the middle of the night just lock your doors.

How will locking my doors help me when a severe storm hits and power is knocked out for 10 days? Trees down, power lines down across roads, an emergency is declared and only emergency vehicles are allowed on the roads.

Or how about when an earthquake levels my house and makes it uninhabitable? I live in a rural area. A really strong earthquake could cause all bridges and overpasses in the area to be unsafe to cross. No food and water in the local stores and government relief efforts are directed towards major cities. I want to be able to take care of my own family. Any advice for this scenario?

 

[Blackhawk2001]

If they're sealed in something like a food saver that's airtight, yes. In their factory sealed container they do as well. Once you open them you've got to use them or they lose it. They've been my go to for a while now and nothing is better when taking a break in the field. lol

ON the other hand, you can put a roll of TP in your pack and leave it there for many years without worrying about it "drying out".

 

[churchmouse]

TP....the simple pleasures in life we take for granted.
Baby wipes...a real luxury.

 

[Dragon]

ON the other hand, you can put a roll of TP in your pack and leave it there for many years without worrying about it "drying out".

Well, unlike some people I use my pack regularly, so nothing really gets the chance to dry out or expire. If you want to waste twice the space and have something with no antibacterial capabilities, go for TP.

 

[Meister]

Main compartment:
-Sleeping bag, compact 30* model
-Grand turk hammock, lightweight Camo.
-Camo coveralls
-undies
-lightweight skins
-Tomahawk SOG
-Primus Omnifuel stove w/fuel bottle
-Food- Ramen, rice meals, jerky, spices, oil
-canteen/cup
-TP, baby wipes
-inner pocket
22lr ammo
money/valuables
Lighter
Tinder box
Flash drive with info
skinning knife
-Bladder pocket 4l waterbeast

Top pocket
-3 color headlamp-aaa batteries
-Solar charger/battery pack
-usb battery charger aaa/aa
-8 aa, 6aaa rechargeable batteries
-6 RCR123A Lipo rechargeable batteries/charger
-Aimpoint, LRF and Sparc batteries
-GPS
-Compass
-Otis cleaning kit for all weapons
-Drink mixes
-drop money

Front of top pouch:
-6 mag shingle with 6-30 round AR mags

Lower pocket:
-Katadyn water filter-hiker pro with bladder quick connects and spares
-Fishing rod
-fishing tackle
-Bladder cleaning kits

Front of lower pocket:
-Tool carrier pouch
-utensils
-spare parts
-tinfoil
-map holder
-fire starters-3
-inner tube
-tywraps
-nail clippers
-small tools
-can/bottle opener
-field guides
-knife sharpener

Front of pouch:
-Admin pouch
-documents
-flashlight
-leadfarmer patch(coming)

Bottom Pouch
-mess kit
-travel microfiber towel
-siphon hose
-tarp
-Shemagh
-extra straps
-Paracord 100'
-ponchos

Left side top pouch:
-16 shotgun shells-mixed

Left side bottom pouch:
-Adventure medical trauma kit(enhanced quite a bit)
-Meds- pain,flagil,cephalaxin,fever,multivitamins,stims
-Socks
-Purell, too many uses to list
-tooth care

Right side pouches:
-remington 870 in scabbard. Express 7 shot with folding stock
-padded pouch Phone, wet notes, pens
-Blackhawk TaTang in custom made Kydex sheath

Under straps:
-Bedroll, inflatable
-Rope, 3/8ths camo 200'
-Figure 9 rope holders
-2 double enders for placement purposes

Front:
-Hydrolink big bite hydration hose
-5.11 watch

Gear changes by the season. Once fall hits, a backpacking tent replaces the hammock and more gloves and hats are added, along with long undies. This was designed with driving to my alternate location in mind. It's a one tank trip from my front door on a bad day, with a 5000# trailer. Opsec precludes mentioning quantities and some items.

Each family member has their own bag for "Camping" and we use them quite often when drive up camping. If you don't use it very often, you will forget what's there and waste precious time mucking about in the bag. Each family member has these items in their bag:
Clothes, Mess kit, water container(bladder or bottle depending on age), headlamp, spare batteries, whistle, compass, chem lights, cordage,knife, zip ties, rain gear, towel, personal care items, toys, book, bed roll. Each member carries a community item or two in their bag, Etool, tarp, food, Binocs, ammo.

Each family member has a(n) appropriate firearm(s) for their age and skill level.

Food is in a separate bag with cooking containers and such.

I carry the bag with me anytime I travel out of the state or more than 50 miles from my home. I keep a small accessory bag in the truck as well. It's my daily little goody bag with some emergency items and the things you just tend to need every once in a while. Cordage, small first aid kit, backup flashlight, batteries, spare bulb, surgical gloves, wet wipes, 1 liter of water, eating utensils, straws, aspirin, tylenol, Imodium, splint, ace bandage, kleenex, hemo's, medical sheers, spare mags, note pad, pens, pencils, toothpicks, dental floss, docs, in this bag:

OPMOD PAC Bag - Personal Articles Carrier Bag FREE S&H OPMOD-1STGREEN, OPMOD-1STBLACK. OPMOD Gun Cases.

I restock the bag the first of the month.

 

[Survivalcookie]

How will locking my doors help me when a severe storm hits and power is knocked out for 10 days? Trees down, power lines down across roads, an emergency is declared and only emergency vehicles are allowed on the roads.

Or how about when an earthquake levels my house and makes it uninhabitable? I live in a rural area. A really strong earthquake could cause all bridges and overpasses in the area to be unsafe to cross. No food and water in the local stores and government relief efforts are directed towards major cities. I want to be able to take care of my own family. Any advice for this scenario?

Been there done that...never will I be caught unprepared again...thank god for well prepared neighbors that was willing to share.

There are Bug-in scenarios which is bad weather with no power or maybe civil unrest that are the easiest to prepared for.

For having to leave your home for something like an earth quake or tornado especially with elderly or young children I suggest taking a few 5 or 6 gallon buckets and buying gamma lids...inside these bucks should be items that will help you live in your yard for days. Have water stored away from your home...if you have a water source near you like a pond or large pool buy a good water filter and keep it in the buckets...also some pouches of water. Fire starters...think of the different things that would be in your yard to burn and plan accordingly, first aid kit...(make your own don't use a red cross kit), food like freeze dried veggies in pouches you can put together and make a pot of soup, protein bars some calorie bars for worst case scenario, Things that fit in the buckets good are mylar blankets, emergency tents, emergency sleeping bags,
flip flops or even better extra shoes in a bucket. Paracord, duct tape, multi-tool meds for a few days, aspirin, ect...if you have an infant formula and bottle, even if the mother is breast feeding, diapers and wipes...take the cardboard tube out of toilet paper it fits better, baby wipes, soap, hand sanitizer, wash cloths, some money a radio with a crank and solar...also something to cook in like a camping kit. This is just a few of the items I suggest,
Take these buckets and bury them in a flower bed or garden.
Just a few suggestion...to me bugging out to the woods would just about have to be the end of the world. it will be so crowed.

 

[skimmer]

wow I'm impressed with the level of detail you guys are putting into these things. Now add that to a home biult airplane and I can be 1000 miles up into canada miles in 5 hours

 

[1forguns]

Great post. I have just recently been introduced to the BOB by one of my friends, and am anxious to compile one of my own. Great reference material. Thanks

 

[Survivalcookie]

wow I'm impressed with the level of detail you guys are putting into these things. Now add that to a home biult airplane and I can be 1000 miles up into canada miles in 5 hours

You have to think about all your options now...plan for the worst and hope for the best...do you realize something as simple as a trucking strike could empty the grocery store shelf in 3 days...if not sooner. Hungry people will go to great lengths to get food.