I made a bug out bag

I was going to ask if you have a water filter OP? Then I assumed your answer would be yes.

Do you have one of these though? Water filters will be no good at some point. This is essential.

I have made my own with a cork lid. That’s if the way it is explained in the video is not possible for you or anyone to do

How about 4 :)

I’ve been busy!

To my camper if I have to, it will be parked out in the country. It’s being winterized right now.

Bugging in is my first.
If that fails, I’ll grab my bug out bag and get to my camper.
Most food preps will be at the camper.

Ive met people on a prep site and then those close to where I live formed our own group and are talking about things.

Everything is pointing to this Fall. I’ve been prepping hard since June.

Agree, I’ve said enough already, I’m just trying to reach my friends here, we’ve all seen enough to be convinced bad things are coming, focus on getting ready!

Plan to bug in, but I’ll be ready to flee too.

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I still have to buy a good knife. I have a hatchet.

To inspire.

that wont last you a week....

that wont last you a week....

Plan to bug in, but I’ll be ready to flee too.

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I still have to buy a good knife. I have a hatchet.

To inspire.

Plan to bug in, but I’ll be ready to flee too.

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I still have to buy a good knife. I have a hatchet.

To inspire.

Don’t forget the q-tips!
Looks like a lot of useful stuff- but also packaging you don’t need.
Also; have you familiarized yourself with these products?
The more time you spend practicing your survival, the less you will want to carry.

Things not to forget:
Water containers and redundant filters.
Salt and whole black pepper
Good wool hiking socks and a wool base layer.
Cordage and tarps. Steel wire is very useful in a pinch.
Sturdy folding saw and compact loppers (fiskars makes nice ones that pack well)
Lots of smaller packs to keep stuff organized- keep hygiene stuff in its own bag, clothes, tools, food..

Cotton balls soaked in paraffin wax makes a great fire starter, or use dryer lint. Make one big glob, wrap in aluminum foil to prevent wax stains, cut a tiny piece off and it lights instantly.
A magnifying glass (or plastic fresnel lens) is handy for starting fires in sunny conditions and a fun toy to pass the time.

I also have a bug out wheelbarrow and bicycle(s)

The ‘chiappa x-caliber’ is a break barrel over under 12ga/22 rifle that comes with barrel inserts so you can fire virtually any ammunition round.
It’s also a very light firearm, good for packing.

I have various bug out scenarios considered, but I will probably not run, I will defend.
Tannerite is a relatively safe explosive that can be placed around your perimeter- especially near areas you presume a treat would come from.
Pack some garden gnomes with Tan and when the invaders come, don’t aim at the moving targets- aim at the gnomes!

Yes!! Or donate to someone homeless. But, I think things are biblical, the evil is over the top and keeps getting worse.

Are you single? Will you marry me! Damn........I find so much about you attractive! Not trying to be a creep, just being honest and am not ashamed to say it!



You should give us a list of your items. People might be able to help you refine what you are carrying to just the simple absolute necessities, or give you consideration for things you might want to add.

Tried to leave you a green...... Karma is broken.

Purchase some heirloom seeds packets that are hermetically sealed.

Get some books on edible plants and how to identify and process them, for our region and read up on bushcraft, Ie. how to make cordage, traps and shelter, then go out and practice those skills. (Something I would do if I had someone to do it with.)

Don't forget the simple things like a deck of playing cards. You can find a few good survival themed ones that also impart knowledge. Dual or multi purpose items are a good thing.

Honestly, I am beginning to feel too old and beat up to think I might bug out anywhere, but I like camping, lol.

I will be 50 at the end of this year and it doesn't help that I am disabled, which means it is just silly for me, because I have a 70l bag about the size of the one you have. I bought another smaller bag and need to go through my larger one and cut things down to about half of what I already have.

I am kidding myself if I think I could haul the pack I have now over any reliable distance, which is why I doubt that if things go sideways that I will be going anywhere.

My main goal at this point is to have items on hand that one won't be able to pick up once TSHTF.

The most expensive item in my bag is my Katadyn micro water filter. [link to www.backcountry.com (secure)]

Plan to bug in, but I’ll be ready to flee too.

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I still have to buy a good knife. I have a hatchet.

To inspire.

Osmium76! you need to back off:) i got dibs on this one..:)

To my camper if I have to, it will be parked out in the country. It’s being winterized right now.

Bugging in is my first.
If that fails, I’ll grab my bug out bag and get to my camper.
Most food preps will be at the camper.

Ive met people on a prep site and then those close to where I live formed our own group and are talking about things.

Everything is pointing to this Fall. I’ve been prepping hard since June.

One thing I advise everyone to do is to think for all situations. Not everyone is in a rural area. Larger bug out bags are nice when you're already in the woods or in a rural area, but the absolute bare essentials in a common small student type backpack might be a better option if you are in a more populated area. That way you can walk through public without drawing as much unwanted attention, and you can run much faster if necessary. A person with a large almost brand new backpack full of stuff looks like a good resource target to a desperate person willing to assault you for what you have. The more used your backpack looks the better as well, because it creates a visual cue that you might know what you are doing and have more survival type experience. That makes messing with you appear more risky. Sometimes it's also better to appear weak instead of strong. Some of the most invisible people in society are the homeless. Looking dirty, walking slowly, and carrying their stuff in plastic bags. Dressing like one and carrying your stuff in plastic bags is a good bugout option for urban areas or for people who are not as physically fit.

Also, try to devise a setup where you can carry your essentials on your actual body somehow. That way you still have your needs met if someone is able to steal your bugout bag from you or if you have to drop your backpack so you can run faster or climb something.

Also, use your bugout bag stuff as often as possible. Don't just put everything in your bag and let it sit by the door. Use allows you to become familiar with everything you have and fine tune it over time. It also allows you to make sure everything is still functional and decent quality. For instance, once they have been used, some very popular brands of firesteel rods will actually disintegrate to dust if they sit unused for many months. Most people don't realize that. Even something simple like a knife can become an issue in an emergency. If you are used to using your home kitchen knives constantly, you create some muscle memory to the point where you can use them very rapidly without cutting yourself and you know intuitively how easily they cut through different things. If you switch to a different style or shape of knife in your bugout bag all those dynamics change, so you will be more likely to accidentally cut yourself when you least want that to happen. Find a good quality durable smaller sized knife (larger knives are easier to take from you if you ever get into a fight) that you enjoy using regularly in your home kitchen and then buy a duplicate of that knife for you bugout bag. Something simple like a plastic handled stainless bladed Morakniv are some of the best value knives made and they are extremely versatile. They also come with a simple plastic belt clip sheath. I don't think there is a better way to spend $12-15 on survival. Find a second extremely light and small folding knife and put that down in your sock for redundancy. Something like a cheap used Gerber LST is perfect.

Lastly, skills are always better than stuff. Knowledge and experience in your head can't be taken from you and it can make up for many missing resources or deficiencies of preparation.

I wish you the best OP, and everyone else reading this.

One thing I advise everyone to do is to think for all situations. Not everyone is in a rural area. Larger bug out bags are nice when you're already in the woods or in a rural area, but the absolute bare essentials in a common small student type backpack might be a better option if you are in a more populated area. That way you can walk through public without drawing as much unwanted attention, and you can run much faster if necessary. A person with a large almost brand new backpack full of stuff looks like a good resource target to a desperate person willing to assault you for what you have. The more used your backpack looks the better as well, because it creates a visual cue that you might know what you are doing and have more survival type experience. That makes messing with you appear more risky. Sometimes it's also better to appear weak instead of strong. Some of the most invisible people in society are the homeless. Looking dirty, walking slowly, and carrying their stuff in plastic bags. Dressing like one and carrying your stuff in plastic bags is a good bugout option for urban areas or for people who are not as physically fit.

Also, try to devise a setup where you can carry your essentials on your actual body somehow. That way you still have your needs met if someone is able to steal your bugout bag from you or if you have to drop your backpack so you can run faster or climb something.

Also, use your bugout bag stuff as often as possible. Don't just put everything in your bag and let it sit by the door. Use allows you to become familiar with everything you have and fine tune it over time. It also allows you to make sure everything is still functional and decent quality. For instance, once they have been used, some very popular brands of firesteel rods will actually disintegrate to dust if they sit unused for many months. Most people don't realize that. Even something simple like a knife can become an issue in an emergency. If you are used to using your home kitchen knives constantly, you create some muscle memory to the point where you can use them very rapidly without cutting yourself and you know intuitively how easily they cut through different things. If you switch to a different style or shape of knife in your bugout bag all those dynamics change, so you will be more likely to accidentally cut yourself when you least want that to happen. Find a good quality durable smaller sized knife (larger knives are easier to take from you if you ever get into a fight) that you enjoy using regularly in your home kitchen and then buy a duplicate of that knife for you bugout bag. Something simple like a plastic handled stainless bladed Morakniv are some of the best value knives made and they are extremely versatile. They also come with a simple plastic belt clip sheath. I don't think there is a better way to spend $12-15 on survival. Find a second extremely light and small folding knife and put that down in your sock for redundancy. Something like a cheap used Gerber LST is perfect.

Lastly, skills are always better than stuff. Knowledge and experience in your head can't be taken from you and it can make up for many missing resources or deficiencies of preparation.

I wish you the best OP, and everyone else reading this.

I’m worried about people here, the writings on the wall, watching things is just a distraction from preparing for the balloon to pop.