Its been awhile since anyone has brought up Bugout bags and what to put in them. I thought I would revitalize this for anyone new to the forum or the prepping game. Also, I wanted to put up a new list I have put together for my own purposes, and see what others may have to offer for suggestions (additions, subtractions, or otherwise).
I came across this list on another preppers weblog, and have adapted it to my own uses, featuring items that I have in my bag that were not on their list, and adding items on their list that I do not yet have in my own. Some of the items are taken directley from their list. Comments and critisisms are welcome! (also, I think the format is good for laying out your own Bugout Bag needs... seeing as how the blog author is no longer allowed on these forums, I dont think they would mind me passing this along to all of you... at least I hope not!). Please post your own lists if you are so inclind. We all can learn from eachother after all.
The Load Bearing System
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- Milsurp 100 Liter internal frame, flecktarn camo pattern
- Waterproof bags (20 liter and 2 liter)
- Molle Shotgun Scabbard
- Drop Leg Pistol Holster
The Sleeping System
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- USMC Modular Sleep system Mummy bag/ Bivy bag
- self inflating sleep pad
- Hammock w/bug netting
The Shelter System
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- 8x10 waterproof Tarp w/grommets
- 3x Paracord 50' lengths
- Spare Tent Pegs x6
The Hydration System
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- 2 Liter Camelback
- 1 Liter GI Canteen
- Water purification tablets
- 1x Lifestraw water filtration system
The Nutrition System
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- 7x Days of freeze dried meals
- Beef Jerky
- 2x Cans of Tuna
- Multi-Vitamins
- Gatorade Powder
The Construction System
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- Gerber Gator II Hatchet/saw
- Folding Saw
- Folding Shovel
- Multi-Tool
- Sharpening stone or flat file
- Leather Work Gloves
- Camp knife w/full tang
- Fencing Pliers
The Navigation + Communication System
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- Compass
- Alberta Backroads Map
- Topographical Maps of retreat areas
- writing kit (note pad / pencil / pen)
The Heating and Cooking System
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- pocket cooking stove (multi fuel)
- vaseline cotton fire tinder
- waterproof matches
- 3x Lighter w/duct tape wrap
- magnifying glass
- Pot set, stainless steel
- 750ml Stainless Steel water bottle
- Can opener
- multi utensil tool
- chopsticks
The Light + Signal System
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- 2x wax tea light candles
- 2x headlamp flashlight
- 2x small cheapo flashlights
- 1x small quality flashlight
- 10x chem glowsticks (12 hour, red or green)
- whistle
- stainless steel signal mirror
- 2x 12 gauge flares
The Hunting + Fishing System
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- .22 LR 12 gauge shell adaptor
- 12 gauge 12.5 inch barrel Shotgun
- 500 round brick of .22 LR
- 25 rounds of 12 gauge 00 Buckshot
- 25 Rounds of 12 gauge Slugs
- 30x meters of fishing line, 20 lb test
- fish hooks, single barb
- lead sinkers
- 2x plastic bobbers
- small plastic tackle box
- Binoculars
- small fleshing knife
The Travel System
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- Hiking Boots (RAT Boots, lightweight)
- Trekking Poles
- 15 meters of 7mm Kernmantle Rope
- Quality ice Boot studs
The Clothing System
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- Brimmed Hat
- Shemagh
- Bandana
- Polar Fleece toque
- Polar Fleece Scarf
- BDU Pant
- nylon webbing belt
- polypro shirt
- polypro pant
- polar fleece pant
- polar fleece 1/4 zip shirt
- polar fleece jacket/liner
- all weather hooded jacket (gortex)
- heavy winter gloves
- 3x polypro socks
- 3x Wool socks
- 3x polypro Underwear
- rain poncho
The Sanitation System
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- 1x roll of toilet paper
- hand sanitizer
- toothbrush
- toothpaste
- wash cloth
The First Aid Kit
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- 5x latex gloves
- EMT Shears
- Tweezers
- Razor Blades
- 5x Suture Kits
- Safetey Pins
- 1x triangle bandage
- 1x Israeli Bandage
- 2x tournequets
- 4x Compression dressing
- 20x gauze pads 4x4
- 2x roll of gauze
- 2x adhesive tape
- occlusive 3 sided dressing (sucking wound)
- assorted bandaids
- moleskin roll
- talcum powder
- q-tips
- hydrogen peroxide
- medical iodine
- Tensor Bandage
- polysporin
- afterbite
- alcohol wipes
- lipbalm
- sunscreen
- insect repellant
- Antacids
- anti-diarial medication
- Tylonol
- Advil
- Apsirin
The Security Kit
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- 12 gauge 12.5' Barrel Shotgun
- 25 12 gauge slugs
- 25 12 gauge 00 Buck
- 500 .22 LR
- Sidearm (1911/Glock/M+P) in .45 acp
- 50 .45acp
- Kabar USMC Fighting knife
- Bear Spray
- Zip-Cuffs
Miscellenous List
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- The SAS pocket survival manual
- Wild Edibles pamplet (region specific)
- Small sewing kit
See you all after.
Pictures?
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Deep in the night you will look into the ever looming dark and despair, and think...
"Damn it, I should have listened to Crier.... that bastard is brilliantly gifted with "supernatural common sense."
Lmao! Not quite what I had in mind for pictures though...
Too funny.. lol! love the picture ... that was just what I was thinking... I don't know how anyone is going to get all that in a vehicle, never mind a bag.... LOL!
Its really not that much. the largest item in the bag is a 20 liter waterproof stuff sack full of the clothing. The sleeping bag is also too heavy for my liking, and I am currently exploring other options for that.
other then that, everything else is quite small. Also i choose the lightest weight options i can find. I search hiking and backpackings stores for "ultralight" hiking options. Sometimes you pay a bit more for these items, but the weight loss is worth it. ounces = pounds after all
See you all after.
12 gauge 12.5 inch barrel Shotgun
HUH? I thought the minimum length for a shotgun barrel was 20" (20+ years ago) although I believe I have seen 18.5" barrels as of late but 12.5".... I'll call you on that one. 😈
Than= I’d rather be rich than poor.
Then= I first became hungry then I ate.
There = She is there now.
Their = They have their things.
They're = They're going to the mall.
To = They came to the house.
Too = That's too bad.
Legal. You can't saw off but you can buy them. See a news article on this : http://globalnews.ca/news/365045/sawing-off-a-shotgun-can-mean-serious-prison-time-but-loophole-allows-new-shotguns-with-8-5-inch-barrels/
But... I do have a question however, do you have a pump gun? How does the .22 adapter work?
Don't have the pump or adaptor yet. It's a set up I'm looking at later on this summer to replace the sks (too heavy for a walk out pack gun). The shotgun regulations are for total length of the entireg" gun... Including buttstock. Their are 8.5 inch barrel and 12.5 inch barrels available as well as the more common ones you listed.
The adapters are available at basspro. When I get one I will do a review and let you all know if these are a viable option.
Another setup I was looking at was the over/under 12 gauge and .308 rifle barrel setup. But these are heavy, and full length fire arms, and requires a lot of heavy ammo to justify
See you all after.
Another note is that the adaptors are designed to be used in a break action, but everything I've read says they work in pumps as well.
See you all after.
That's all fine and good (while very surprising for me). Id rather go for a longer barrel and swing away stock in a pump action. It would get more energy at the muzzle and wild animal knock down power (not that a short barrel isn't deadly) is what it's all about for me.
Thanks for the enlightenment.
BTR
Than= I’d rather be rich than poor.
Then= I first became hungry then I ate.
There = She is there now.
Their = They have their things.
They're = They're going to the mall.
To = They came to the house.
Too = That's too bad.
Another note is that the adaptors are designed to be used in a break action, but everything I've read says they work in pumps as well.
I'd be interested in hearing from you when you get it. I'm not sure how you'd insert the adaptor in a pump gun. That said, with such a short barrelled shotgun (and even shorter .22), hunting would be extremely difficult.
The adaptor in in the shape of a shell. Just load it in the chamber and fire. The 8.5s are accurate out to 50 yards or so depending on the shot size, but the longer barrels obviously would be more effective. Perhaps a 12.5 folding stock might find is way into my bag.
The idea for this shotty/.22 combo is for a dedicated pack gun. Won't leave my bag unless being used.
See you all after.
Legal. You can't saw off but you can buy them. See a news article on this : http://globalnews.ca/news/365045/sawing-off-a-shotgun-can-mean-serious-prison-time-but-loophole-allows-new-shotguns-with-8-5-inch-barrels/
But... I do have a question however, do you have a pump gun? How does the .22 adapter work?
Just saw this gun, and I want it, and if the SHTF then you can put on the pistol grip stock. 😈
"We 'Prep.' to live after a downfall, Not just to survive."
You could also look at the bull-pup system but they are not designed for hunting either I suppose...
http://www.keltecweapons.com/our-guns/shotguns/ksg/