Bug Out Bag List

[Mr. T]

Hi Everyone,

Knowing the site, this kind of thing has probably been asked before; but, I am looking at refining my Bug Out Bag's list. I'm just wondering if any of my fellow members have any suggestions or recommendations. I have larger scale backpacks and for the most part they are capable of sustaining us for roughly 5 days...possibly longer depending on circumstances. Thank you in advance for your help and recommendations.

Mr. T

 

[SIRVEYR666]

The search button is your friend...

SHELTER
3 Contractor bags
Windbreaker (recommendations?)
2p. Under armor or long johns (recommendations?)
4 Socks
4 Hand warmers (maybe?)
Gloves (recommendation?)

TOOLS
Compass
Maps
3 Microlights
Radio (what kind?)
3 Folding razors
Romisen RC-G2 1xAA LED
Folding shovel
Wire saw or other compact saw (what kind?)
2 Sporks
Hammer/Nails (What kind?)
Can opener
Screwdriver
EOD breacher bar wrapped with paracord
Needle/threat

FOOD
Olive oil
Protein source - powders, tuna, beef jerky
MREs
Psyllium fiber
Sodium
Coffee
Seasoning

FIRE
3 Lighters (what kind?)
3 boxes Waterproof matches
Tinder (25% steel wool, 25% vaseline, 50% dryer lint)
Magnesium starter
Metal pot
Lighter fluid

H2O
Water purification tabs
Container (what kind?)
H2O (how much? worth taking?)

DEFENSE
50 rounds 9mm NATO FMJ
20 rounds #3 buck, 20 ga.
10 hollow point 20 ga slugs (copper?)

SIGNAL
5 Flares
Signal mirror
Air horn (what kind?)
Whistle (what kind?)

FOOD GATHERING/HUNTING
20 rounds 9mm Subsonic (what kind?)
20 rounds #7.5 20 gauge
5 Pre-made snares (what kind?)
Slingshot (maybe? what kind?)
2 Fishing setup(s) (what kind?)
CHEAP 20 gauge youth model with barrel off for portability, screw on as needed (anyone know a brand that is decent and goes for <$60 used?)

1ST AID ETC
Snake kit (what kind?)
20 Benadryl
Rubbing alcohol (or what?)
Nail clip
Potassium iodide
Cotton
Epi-pen
Bandages
25 Ibuprofen
Antibiotic ointment
Antibiotic meds (what kind?)
What else??

MISC
ID
Cheese-cloth
Fuel replacement (for car...need a brand-name for this, wal-mart used to carry it, gets you about 15-20 miles extra on empty)
20 Caffeine tabs
Sunglasses
Sunblock (what kind?)
Bug spray/wipes (what kind?)
Hat
5 Cigars
Shemagh
"Axe" body spray
Deodorant
Sharpening stone
Rope (what kind, how much)
Para cord (how much?)
5 Batteries for radio and light
Waterproof paper
2 Pens
Sharpie
Toothbrush
Floss
5 Candles (what kind?)
Small Bible
Small Constitution
Compact manuals: navigation, medical, wild foods, field dressing
Cards
2 bars Soap
Monocular (what kind?)
2 Ear plugs
$50

Or you can check this one...

What to grab
Pack - Kifaru Daywalker or Eberlestock Gunslinger
Winter jacket and Hunting Vest ready to go

Protection:
CZ SP-01 - Hip Holstered
2 loaded mags - in Vest
boxed 9mm ammo x 100
Gerber Air Ranger Serrated 3.25" Folding Knife
Fixed Blade knife - 4"+

Survival:
Leatherman Wave multitool
First Aid Kit (the contents of which could be an entire thread)
Hatchet
2-4 MREs (out of box to save space)
Camelback
Polar PUR Iodine Crystals
a few Multi-Vitamins and any Prescriptions
Zippo Lighter
2 man tent with tarp
LED Headlamp
backup maglite
Batteries for both
All weather fire starter
Poncho
Beanie
Underwear x3
Wool Socks x3
Change of clothes (wool or gortex) x1
Winter GlovesDetailed topographical maps of escape route and surrounding areas
Compass
GPS
TP
Toothbrush + Toothpaste
Towel
Can Opener and Utensils
Feminine Products (my fiance is coming with me or I'm not leavin)
Cash (putting away small amounts at a time)

Extended wilderness vacation:
Folding Shovel
Binoculars
Large brim hat
Fishing kit - gill net?
550 parachute cord - 100ft
Pocket book with info on local plants
Work Gloves
Duct tape
Sewing Kit

Signaling
Hand crank 2-way Radio
Flares
Whistle
Glow Sticks
Prepaid Phone Card

Identity:
Passport / IDs
pen and rite-in-the-rain notepad
2x Thumb Drive w/ important documents
Laminated Documents - Insurance Cards, Birth Certificates, SS Cards, Credit Cards, Drivers Licenses, Checkbooks, College Transcripts, Diplomas, Immunization Records, Current Resumes, Latest W2, Auto Titles and Registration, Firearms records and receipts, Major item receipts, Current Bills, Important addresses and numbers.
Full set of house / automobile keys
SD card with photos of possessions
(not in bag) Online database with digital copies

 

[Dragk913]

Take a look at Survivalist Boards and Zombie Squad for great BOB info. as well as planning, etc.

I wouldn't use them for firearms information, just as I would not use THR for BOB/PAW info.
But that's just me

 

[scottaschultz]

That's not a "bug out" list, that is more like for long term survival. It all depends on why you are vacating your premises in the first place and how long you anticipate staying away.

If you are going to have that much stuff, you should probably get one of these:

They are less than $20,000 and they have a kitchen and a bathroom and you can tow it with just about anything! Just because you are in survival mode doesn't mean you can't have decent shelter!

Scott

 

[Elbert P . Suggins]

I guess I've been on the farm too damn long. People have to be nuts to spend around $20000 for something like that. I bought a NEW 19' Wilderness 6 years ago that sleeps six, full bathroom, air conditioning, kitchen for $12500.

 

[scottaschultz]

I would love to get a Wilderness, but...

From the Fleetwood site:

"Thank you for your interest in Fleetwood Travel Trailers. On March 9, 2009, Fleetwood made the decision to exit the travel trailer business. While we will no longer produce new travel trailer products, several Fleetwood dealers still have a variety of our travel trailers and fifth wheels available for purchase. Please feel free to use this website to research our entire product line and to locate a Fleetwood dealer near you."

This whole recession thing really sucks!

Scott

 

[Yo Mama]

OP, you have a few options, but you need to know what you're preparing for.

Most situations, you should stay at your home where you have shelter and the ability to sustain you and your family.

If you're aim is a pack that you can rely on for long term survival, I'd say you have a big issue with sustainability. Most packs are formed to survive short term.

My pack for climbing and hiking is designed to survive until I'm found:

Food:
4 MREs-enough for 2 days, not eating the first day I'll have enough for 3 days

Coast guard food rations-comes in little bite size bricks much lighter than MREs, will last another few days, but really taste bad

I have a tiny fold stove, with fuel tablets you can buy at the surplus store to heat any food I find.

Also, little salt packets are free usually, and light.

Gun:
Usually a 1911 with 2 extra mags.

Water:
Water rations in 8 oz. packs.
Iodine tablets for purification
2 Liter pouch for water liner

Shelter:

Nothing big, a few ponchos, and emergency blankets. You can't lug around a tent hiking, so I figure I'll dig with a shovel I have to get into the ground and cover up with nature.

Tools:

Folding knife, multi tool, axe, swiss army knife, K-Bar heavy bowie, flashlight

Fire:
2 Bic lighters, I don't want to mess with flint, and Bics make it through unreal conditions

Distress signals:
Signal Mirror, flare, cell phone

Direction:
Compass, GPS-extra batteries

Health and Beauty
first aid kit, which I added a few items I felt were lacking.
Socks!!! NO one takes extra socks, and after you hike all day and get stuck you'll get blisters soon. Socks also act as a filter for water if you needed.
Wet wipes
Roll of toilet paper
Q-Tips-for me or for the gun to clean if needed

Lastly-all items are aiming at you taking them to extend your survival time. If you use the lighter to start the fire, keep it going, ect....

My pack is designed for me, but if my wife or family come, the second pack makes it easier, containing items like camping pots, cups, and food. In the second pack more food like rice in vaccum packs serve to make it so that long term is more reasonable.

Overall, I probably spent 200 dollars on the backpack and supplies. Pack probably weighs 30 pounds which is fine as I'm even a small guy and can do this. You'll need to change out items as they expire or you see they don't work. MREs as one example last 5-8 years, so I just had to eat the old ones as I replaced them with new ones recently.

GREAT EATING I'LL TELL YA!