10/26/2014
.A little information for Prepping and Survival
This is a work in progress for me and I hope you’ll join me in the quest to be prepared. You’ll never regret being prepared and not needing it but will defiantly regret needing it and not being prepared
Bug out bag is basically a bag 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. The key word is evacuate so Bug Out bag should have the same items as a survival kit and item to help you get out of the area. Maps or GPS, good walking shoes, etc. Your bag should be easy to carry and not to large. To help with this you might want to keep a vehicle survival kit.. See list below for some item for your bag.
Survival / Preparation kit: Is a kit used more for staying in place. Most experts suggest that your kit should contain enough supplies to last for at least seventy two hours. Make sure your Bag is built to fit your needs; some people may need items that are not listed on this list. Don’t forget about your pet. 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.
FOOD & WATER
•Minimum of 3600 calories of food per person
•Minimum of 9 water pouches of water per person
•Method of water purification (such as potable aqua or a water filter)
•Additional food & water
A metal canteen cup is a great item for heating water and food.
COMMUNICATION
•AM/FM Radio with batteries or alternate power source
•Whistle with lanyard
•Cell Phone (a solar or crank type charger)
LIGHT SOURCES
•Flashlight with batteries ( I like the crank type you don’t have to worrier about batteries)
•Candles
•Lightsticks
•Lantern and fuel
•Road Flare(s)
HYGIENE & SANITATION
•Personal Hygiene Kit (Include soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, sanitary napkins, diapers, razor, and other toiletry items)
•Toilet paper (I think this is number one item, or should I say number two, lol)
•Tissue
•Portable Toilet and accessories
TOOLS
•50 Feet of Nylon Rope ( I like 550 cord, light and strong)
•Pocket Knife or Mulitool
•Rolls of Duct Tape
•Foldable Shovel
•Hatchet or axe
•Sewing Kit
WARMTH & SHELTER
•Waterproof matches
•Alternate fire-starting method
•Tent/Shelter ( a tarp is great for making shelter)
•Solar Emergency Blanket or Emergency Sleeping Bag
•Hand & Body Warmers
•Poncho
•Lightweight Stove & Fuel
•Wool Blanket
FIRST AID
•First Aid Kit and supplies
•First Aid Booklet/Manual
•Burn gel and dressing
•Snake bite kit
•Insect repellent
•Sun block
•Special medication
MONEY
•At least $20 in your kit
IMPORTANT PAPERS
•Emergency Instructions
•Copies of documents such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, wills, insurance forms, phone numbers, credit card info, etc.
STRESS RELIEVERS
•Games, books, hard candy, desserts, inspirational reading, small toys, paper & pen, favorite security item for children
EXTRA CLOTHING
•A complete outfit of appropriate clothing; including extra socks, underwear, hat, sturdy shoes, and gloves.
Emergency roadside vehicle kit is an important part of being prepared for anything. Having the right kit can mean the difference between getting back on the road in one piece, or being stuck in a situation that could quickly turn ugly..
Here are some of the top items that any good emergency vehicle kit should contain.
Backup Cell Phone Charger
Tire Chains (great for extra traction in snow, mud & sand)
Extra set of Warm Clothing (pants, socks, gloves, hat & rain gear)
Couple Gallons of water (for drinking & for radiator)
a can of Fix a Flat
Flares & other Signaling devices
Flashlights (I like the crank style, no batteries)
First Aid Kit
food ( food bars are the best but if you have can good, remember the can opener)
Jumper Cables
Zip Ties
Shovel (I like a Etool small a foldable , to dig your way our if you get stuck)
Gas Can (if you can safely hall it on your vehicle)
Fire Extinguisher
Good Set of tools (wrenches, Vice Grips, screwdrivers, wire cutters, multitool, etc…)
Duct tape
Electrical Tape
Extra Fuses
Blanket
Sleeping Bag
Solar Charger
Brightly Colored Flag or Reflective Cloth for signaling
Emergency Candles
Lighter
Water Bottles & Bucket
Tow Ropes
Rags
**** NEVER forget any medications that you or some one you are prepping for/with may need, You may not be able to run and get refills.