A Bug out bag is basically a large survival kit that’s filled with everything you need to survive after a disaster. A Bug Out 
Bag allows you quickly grab what you need, should you be forced to evacuate during a disaster.
Most experts suggest that your BOB should contain enough supplies to last for at least seventy-two hours. Since most major disasters often disrupt services and normal life for longer than 72 hours, we think it is a good idea to have a Bag that will allow you survive for an indefinite period of time.
Make sure your Bag is built to fit your needs; some people may need items that are not listed on this list. Remember that these are just some general guidelines meant to help you get your bag together. When putting your bag together you need take into consideration any special needs or items that you or your family might require. Below we discuss some of the items that you may want to include in your Bug Out Bags, as well as some items that will hold up when it really counts.
What items should be in your Bug Out Bag?
This will depend on a number of factors, such as the area you live in (climate, elevation, etc….) But the basics are as follows:
- A disaster plan that includes the location of emergency areas, rallying points, multiple evacuation routes, maps of the area, trail maps, etc. (make sure you use a water proof laminate to protect your plans).
- First Aid Kit Possible Kits to look at are as follows:
- Professional Survival Book This should be studied beforehand and kept for reference during a disaster. Recommended books are:
- Water bottles and metal canteen cup
- Stainless Steel GI Type Canteen Cup
Great for Boiling and Sterilizing water
- Klean Kanteen Stainless Steel Water Bottles
*Sturdy Water Bottles that can be used to boil water
- Stainless Steel GI Type Canteen Cup
- Clothing Socks, gloves, rain suit, poncho, jacket, hat, bandannas, and clothing for your environment
- A few assorted knives Recommended Knives:
- The Seal Pup By SOG is one of my favorite Knives, it is one of the best knife I have found)
- Ka-Bar Becker BK2 Campanion Fixed Blade Knife
- Camp Axe & Shovel
Flashlights
- Radio A must to keep up on what is going on.
- Fire Starting Waterproof Matches, a couple of Lighters, Tinder and one of the following:
- MultiTool
- Cordage (wide variety of uses, traps, etc….) *550 Paracord
- CASH & Documents have some extra cash in your bag, as well as a copy of all your important documents (SS Card, I.D., Fishing hunting License, Gun License, etc…)
- Firearm(s) and ammunition.
- A 10/22 Ruger is a great all around survival gun that will never fail and will last forever. Ammo is dirt cheap usually costing somewhere around $20 for 500 rounds. It also has a ton of aftermarket gear.
- WATER 1 Gallon per day per person (or enough to get you by until you find a clean source of water)
- Water Purifiers & Filters: (Any one below would be a good choice)
- MulitVitamins Keep your strength up as your diet changes
- Extra Medicine *If needed because of preexisting condition
- Navigation Compass, Maps, GPS, etc….
- Communication Portable C.B or Ham Radio
- Fishing Gear Bobbers Hooks, fishing line, small collapsible pole
- Emergency Food Stuff that will last and give you the most bang for your buck ( peanut butter, jerky, sardines, granola bars, salt, dried fruit, MRE’s, etc…)
- Shelter Sleeping bag, tent, tarp, etc….
- Extra Batteries
- Energizer NH15BP-4 ACCU 2500mAh Rechargeable AA Batteries (Four-pack)
* rechargeable with solar charger below
- Energizer NH15BP-4 ACCU 2500mAh Rechargeable AA Batteries (Four-pack)
- Solar Charge
- Sunjack Solar Charger
- Goal Zero Nomad
- Brunton 26 Watt Foldable Solar Array
Great for powering small electronics
- Signal Devices Flares, Signaling Mirror, Whistle
- Duct tape
- Misc Candles, Safety Pins, sewing needles and thread, Playing Cards for entertainment, Wire for snaring.
by Off The Grid