In a disaster scenario, It is highly likely you will have to fend for yourself for a minimum of 2-3 days. The idea is to have enough stuff to keep yourself alive for a few days and give you the necessary time and tools to get what you need to survive longer if the need arises. All you really need to do is survive long enough to find more water or food.
Some of you may find this information useful (Some may not), but remember everyone’ssituations are different. There is not a “one size fits all” survival bag.
Weapons
Get one you are comfortable with,and then learn how to use it. Practice, Practice, Practice. Buy extra mags for it and stock them in your bag. Ammo does and will add weight.
When it comes to Knifes, there are many options out there and some great survival knives. My personal choice is the Ka-Bar Becker BK2. It is a great knife for skinning game, chopping small timber. It can handle just about any job you throw at it.
First Aid
Now on the First Aid. This can be as simple as a few band aids and some medication or you could run a complete trauma kit.
The thing to remember here is, if you aren’t prepared to use it or don’t know how to use it there is no reason for you to take it with you.
Food
There are so many options. The average adult will need somewhere around 2000 calories a day to sustain a moderate level of activity.
One option is Mainstay Rations. They come in 3600 calorie packs that have been segmented into 9 – 400 calorie bars. A similar option would be the Datrex Bars.
There is also always the option of MREs. The only drawback of the MRE is they will take up much needed room in your B.O.B.
Water
When thinking about water, the first thing that comes to mind is: What do I keep it in and how to I get good clean water to drink? Sure anyone can pack water with them, but what if you run out? Water is also very heavy at about eight pounds per gallon.
Canteens are cool, but I personally would rather have a Nalgene Bottle.They are virtually indestructible, and also have measurements on the side (good for measuring liquids).
Another option to consider is a water bladder for the bag you currently have, or even a Camelback hydration system.
Water purification. One of the most common filters that I read about going into B.O.B.s is the Katadyn Hiker PRO. Just so you know there are also attachments for Nalgene bottles so that makes this real easy to use and fill up your water bottle. There are also water purification tablets on the market simple open and place in the water.
Fire
Fire is essential in any survival situation. You need it for staying warm, cooking, and even signaling.
A cigarette lighter would be obvious. But you would also want a low tech way of making fire as well.
Matches (In waterproof container)
FireSteel
Manesium/Flint
Etc.
Just to be on the safe side pack acouple of options for making fire. The most important thing here is practice. Building a fire is not as easy as it looks on TV. Practice, Practice, Practice.
You can also carry along in your bag some sort of fire tender
Shelter
A good poncho can keep you dry while hiking, and with a few hacked up branches can make a decent cover for a shelter
Rescue
This is pretty straight forward here GET THEIR ATTENTION.
Daytime:
Fire (Someone can see smoke)
Signaling Mirror
Bright Orange Poncho
Whistle (A must have)
Night:
Flashlight
Glow Stick
Another thing you may want is a Radio Receiver. You can listen for the locations of Medical Assistance.
Other Tools and Necessities
Extra Batteries
Toiletries
Change of clothes
Paracord (tons of uses)
Something to pass the time
Some of you may find this information useful (Some may not), but remember everyone’ssituations are different. There is not a “one size fits all” survival bag.
Weapons
Get one you are comfortable with,and then learn how to use it. Practice, Practice, Practice. Buy extra mags for it and stock them in your bag. Ammo does and will add weight.
When it comes to Knifes, there are many options out there and some great survival knives. My personal choice is the Ka-Bar Becker BK2. It is a great knife for skinning game, chopping small timber. It can handle just about any job you throw at it.
First Aid
Now on the First Aid. This can be as simple as a few band aids and some medication or you could run a complete trauma kit.
The thing to remember here is, if you aren’t prepared to use it or don’t know how to use it there is no reason for you to take it with you.
Food
There are so many options. The average adult will need somewhere around 2000 calories a day to sustain a moderate level of activity.
One option is Mainstay Rations. They come in 3600 calorie packs that have been segmented into 9 – 400 calorie bars. A similar option would be the Datrex Bars.
There is also always the option of MREs. The only drawback of the MRE is they will take up much needed room in your B.O.B.
Water
When thinking about water, the first thing that comes to mind is: What do I keep it in and how to I get good clean water to drink? Sure anyone can pack water with them, but what if you run out? Water is also very heavy at about eight pounds per gallon.
Canteens are cool, but I personally would rather have a Nalgene Bottle.They are virtually indestructible, and also have measurements on the side (good for measuring liquids).
Another option to consider is a water bladder for the bag you currently have, or even a Camelback hydration system.
Water purification. One of the most common filters that I read about going into B.O.B.s is the Katadyn Hiker PRO. Just so you know there are also attachments for Nalgene bottles so that makes this real easy to use and fill up your water bottle. There are also water purification tablets on the market simple open and place in the water.
Fire
Fire is essential in any survival situation. You need it for staying warm, cooking, and even signaling.
A cigarette lighter would be obvious. But you would also want a low tech way of making fire as well.
Matches (In waterproof container)
FireSteel
Manesium/Flint
Etc.
Just to be on the safe side pack acouple of options for making fire. The most important thing here is practice. Building a fire is not as easy as it looks on TV. Practice, Practice, Practice.
You can also carry along in your bag some sort of fire tender
Shelter
A good poncho can keep you dry while hiking, and with a few hacked up branches can make a decent cover for a shelter
Rescue
This is pretty straight forward here GET THEIR ATTENTION.
Daytime:
Fire (Someone can see smoke)
Signaling Mirror
Bright Orange Poncho
Whistle (A must have)
Night:
Flashlight
Glow Stick
Another thing you may want is a Radio Receiver. You can listen for the locations of Medical Assistance.
Other Tools and Necessities
Extra Batteries
Toiletries
Change of clothes
Paracord (tons of uses)
Something to pass the time
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