A Well Outfitted Bug-Out Bag Can Save The Lives Of You and Your Loved Ones
What if you have to abandon your vehicle when traveling off-grid? Maybe you want to hike out to get a part from the nearest town. Gab your Bug-Out Bag and head to civilization. Don't have one? Here are some ideas on what should be in it.
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Bug-Out Bags: Not Just For Preppers And Survivalists Waiting For The End Times
Hanging on the wall in the front of my garage is my Bug-Out Bag. Fully stocked and ready for emergencies. Life is so unpredictable. Fires, earthquakes, floods. Seems like it gets worse all the time. Makes sense to be ready with survival supplies. When I head out on a Overlanding trip, the bag goes in the Jeep.
I Carry Quite A Bit Of Gear In My Jeep And My Exventure XV-3 Off-Road Trailer
What if I had to abandon my Jeep and hike out? I grab my Bug-Out Pack and head out. I stash extra clothes, hats, jackets, gloves in a cargo net above the back seat. I always wearing good pair of boots. Ready to beat feat in a couple minutes.
Contents Of The Bug-Out Pack - 10 Tips
#1 First Thing You Need For A Bug-Out Pack? A Pack!
You don't need a expensive back pack. I had this old ruck sack that I really did not use. Perfect candidate for collecting some gear that could be at the ready in a emergency.
This one hangs on the wall, goes on day hikes, and straight into the Jeep when I go Overlanding.
#2 Which Item Do I Consider Most Important For Survival?
I kayaked the Grand Canyon in July of 1992. Three other kayakers I hiked up a side canyon off the Colorado called Matkatamiba. Temps were up around 110 fahrenheit. We ran out of water and barely made it back to out kayaks alive. I learned how important having the ability to filter drinking water was. First item in my Bug-Out Pack is a water purifier. I have 2 types I carry.
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In my pack is always a couple water bottles, Katadyn Water Purifier and a LifeStraw. What is missing? Iodine tablets.
Tip: Friend of mine recommends adding Iodine tablets to the filtered water to kill any potential viruses. They can also be helpful in the event of a nuclear war.
#3 Navigating Your Way Out Of The Wilderness: Don't Wander In Circles
Friend of mine went hunting in Oregon and almost ended up like the guys in Deliverance.
Lost, he asked a couple of locals for help. They had seen his truck and his California Plate.
Seems some folks don't take kindly to Californians. They left him on a mountain top miles from his vehicle in a rainstorm.
If he had a satellite Navigation and communication device like this Garmin GPSMaps 66i he would have been able to find his truck on his own. At least have a paper map and a compass. So you can find your way. The phone is great when there is a cell signal available.
#4 Electronic Devices Are Just Bricks When They Run Out of Juice
I suggest carrying a portable power bank. If your hiking a long way or simply forgot to charge your device this will save your but.
Don't forget the needed cables. As long as you have a full power bank the phone or satellite device can be charged.
I also carry this small solar panel that can charge a phone. Set it on a rock or the ground. If your hiking, fasten to your backpack. Let it charge while your walking.
Spotlight On Garmin GPSMaps66i In-Reach Navigator/Communicator
#5 Flashlight: Must Have At Least 1 And Probably More In A Bug-Out Emergency Pack
I recommend battery operated flashlights in the emergency pack. I will also carry 1 small rechargeable. Don't for get extra batteries.
My Jeep contains a abundance of headlamps and flashlights. I would grab a couple of those befor I abandoned it to walk out of the wilderness. I like to have one that flashes red. You can signal with any flashlight.
#6 Must Be Able To Build A Fire
It can get cold out there! Be able to build a fire. Fire keeps wild animals away too.
Redundancy if the key. In my pack you will find waterproof matches, paracord with ferro rod and striker and firestart material.
Good idea to have other fire starting skills also.
#7 Self Protection: 2 And 4 Legged Animals
Who are you going to meet in remote places? Who knows. Be prepared. Animals can be dangerous especially in Bear Country. I carry Bear Spray.
2 legged animals are the most dangerous. Carry whatever you are comfortable with.
Gloves are keep your hands warm and protected.
#8 Tools That Perform Multiple Functions: I Like These In Have My Emergency Kit
Saving weight in your pack is important. Try to pick out gear that serves multiple purposes. Leatherman Tools are a great example of this. I carry the Machete. Chopping and defense (hope I never need it for defense). Shovel and some Mountain Money (Toilet Paper). My fixed blade is a Buck 119. It is really a hunting knife. I will probably replace it with a Gerber Strong Arm eventually. That is more of a Bushcrafting knife.
#9 Miscellaneous Handy Straps, Ropes, Cords
I love Cam Straps and use them all over for all different reasons. Great if you don't know knots.
The bundle of line in this photo was so cheap I had to buy it. Not climbing rope but I can do a lot.
Shoe laces are something noboby thinks of till they need them.
#10 Food: Wide Array Of Choices But It Has To Age Well
So many choices for survival food. MRE's like used in the military are great.
Survivalists and Preppers offer great choices for long term.
You may have some good choices available in your pantry. I included some items I have here at home and you might also.
Package of Indian food, Sardines and a can of tuna. I would also include nuts and dried fruits.
Conclusion
When I was raft guiding we gave a safety talk prior to the trips. Many folks did not pay attention. They had what I call a "nothing bad will ever happen to me mentality." You see terrible stuff on the news but it is always happening to someone else. Actually none of us know when out comfortable lives will be interrupted with a disaster. If you venture off-grid the odds go way up. Be ready. A Bug-Out Back Pack can be the difference between life and death.
Weight Of My Fully Loaded Bug-Out Pack - 16LBS
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