Bug Out Bag Build! Bug Out Bag 2023!

[@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft]

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[@3vil3lvis]

Some of us have been doing this for decades, and while your video is great at covering most of the stuff you missed some of the important things. 1.) Passport 2.) Spare cash 3.) Destination 4.) Alternate Plan 5.) USB Drive with copies of Important Documents. 6.) Phone numbers and Addresses of Friends, Family and EMS written down. 7.) Change of clothes (with attire that is suitable for bugging out) in a separate bag.

[@HyenaEmpyema]

Andrew, I have a question about survival: what about digging for shelter? Is there ever a situation where digging a small trench is a good idea? I assume not, since I haven't hardly heard anything about it, but I was wondering..If you had a shovel and a pick, would it ever make sense to dig a man-sized trench, cover it, and use it for shelter? (Let's limit it to the context of wilderness survival, not trench warfare or people trying to harm you).

[@ryanssten731]

What’s your thought on life straws

[@mattmarzula]

​@@ryanssten731anyone who ask this question isn't thinking. If you're going to go with a 0.1 micron water filter, you want something that is built for storing water. A Lifestraw is for direct drinking. Go with a Sawyer.

[@mattmarzula]

​@@HyenaEmpyemaIf you have that energy and plan on owning that real estate for a while, sure. If you feel the need to go all Viet Cong, just be aware that foxholes, trenches, pits, etc collect water and getting in and out wears them and you down.

[@dougharrison7844]

One thing I've noticed with bugout bag videos is noone talks about clothes, if you're caught wearing shorts, a singlet and open toe shoes and grab that bag you're going to be left short. In a bugout situation clothes and footwear has to be part of the prep and not just expected that you have that already.

[@maxpinson5002]

This is tornado country. Despite being warned for decades, I always see many on television after a storm wandering among the debris in shorts and flip flops and a tshirt or less, and nary an uh-oh bag or backpack in sight

[@QuiGeoJinn]

It is rare to see, but many do including changing the clothes for winter weather

[@thejagmohan7121]

Yea roll your clothes up with a piece of tape.

[@davidohmart1336]

I never ware open toe saddles for that reason

[@NONEYAZ]

So True, I'm In West Coast With Fairly Warm Winter Climate But, My Bags Packed Are One For Desert, One For Mountains And Winterized! There Are Places That Do Snow And Rain In The West! Packing Good H.D. Layered Clothes, With Extra Pockets Already Packed With All The Goodies, Rolled Into H.D Plastic Zip-Loc Type XL Sealing Bags And Some Pieces Of Chalk! The Ones For Like Winter Blanket Linen Closet Storage To Keep Dust, Moth Critters, Etc, Out Of Them! Comfortable Broke In Hunting, Snake, Or Mil-Spec Boots Are A God Send When Your Already Sore And Tired! God Bless, Amen! 😎

[@hollowgr0und]

im 8 years active duty army infantry, and that camelbak sawyer setup is literally amazing, thank you so much for this video. #alwayslearning !

[@higher.self_.4677]

you're not!! It was amazing tho!

[@NewHampshireJack]

Thank you, Andrew. You made this old dog feel smart today. Our young troops declared, Dad, this is exactly like you teach us. They watch great educational videos like yours and are gleaning the fine points to hone their skills and be prepared for any emergency that life throws at this family. We truly appreciate the effort you put into filming and editing.

[@pauliewalnuts5241]

God bless

[@andrewsha4843]

You are welcome

[@2Camphosts]

I’m finding this entire string of information items most fascinating. Don’t know when I’ll use them, but ya never know. I’m 82 & love this type of stuff.

[@MS_249]

Its the happiest day for me, since I realliced whyle watching, my last comment about the 5.11 tag made it into this video!!! 🤗 I am super happy and honoured! 😊

[@DrSchor]

It is an idiotic idea from someone who can't spell realized. Any bag worth carrying will have valuables in it, tag or not.

[@SavageVoyageur]

@@DrSchorcorrect sir. No one is going to say look there is a guy with a non tactical pack, don’t even bother him because he has nothing in his pack.

[@andrewvillavicencio8496]

Great start. I am not a dentist but most folks neglect oral hygiene. Floss, toothbrush and some powdered toothpaste is a must. Nothing worse than getting some kind of tooth / gum infection. Can quickly go septic.

[@swashington942]

It's called good hygiene.

[@DonAltopio]

the abcess is key ... been there, many times

[@andrecharlebois705]

Always good to plug the 10 c's: 1. cutting tool 2. cordage 3. combustion 4. container 5. cover 6. candling device 7. cargo tape 8. compass 9. cotton 10. canvas sail needle

[@Guns_RedRoses]

Condoms You'll need them too.

[@steverosario5962]

Thanks for the list 👍

[@johnscherf1228]

Good list! TY!

[@chrissample3047]

Very good!

[@vohawk]

In other words; the Dave Canterbury List.

[@varusteleka]

Good to see our knife to be trusted in such bag. Cheers!

[@twalk6164]

Two minor quickie comments for Andrew: wrap a rubber band around your BIC lighter under the thumb valve to prevent accidental release of fuel. Also Vaseline on the threads of your matchsafe helps it be watertight. As always, great kit & overview, thnx!

[@keesverhagen9227]

Cotton with vaseline is also great as firestarter.

[@maxpinson5002]

Great video that stays on track about bugout and E&E and survival instead of bushcrafty camping and fantasy firefights dressed out in "operator " gear from slamazon. No fires and eating on the move while SURVIVING and making your way to your base/safe place. Low key low profile Thanks for the video

[@scottdoubleyou563]

For tinder, I like dryer lint saturated in vaseline. Very flammable and starts right up with a ferro rod.

[@3stringpiper951]

WoW.. !! Your voice and demeanor had me flashing back to my USMC days!!! You are a true professional!! Thank you for your service, and Happy Veterans Day!!

[@bigmac5753]

Love when i watch something and i have 99 percent of what hes talking about in my bag

[@minedustry]

What kind of multi tool is that?

[@Fido-vm9zi]

Me too lol.

[@darrensmall4313]

Something to keep in mind with the water filters is freezing in the winter. You may have to keep them in a warmer , protected place.

[@petermurdoch3001]

having a place to go is as important as a "go bag"

[@designated_hitter_EGA]

Its funny when you think about it, but most people, or at least a good amount of people don't know that 5.11 was started by Royal Robbins and Liz Robbins as a purpose-built apparel company for the climbing community. The name 5.11 stands for the hardest rated rock climb at the time.

[@Jean-BernardDucher]

Hi. I'am a french paratrooper veteran. Thanks a lot for your explanation very clear and usefull. In my experience I know that all what you tell us is right and good. Good show.

[@stuartniven2401]

Woo! Thanks Andrew!! Have been waiting for the Sunday video!

[@markteaney8381]

Thanks for the info on the Grayl i will pick one up. I keep a bug home bag in my truck set with 3 days of food and shelter, knife, hatchet, clothes and fire starters.

[@lesstraveledpath]

For food, do not underestimate the value of a bag of hard candy. It is shelf stable. Each piece is 5g of sugar to help keep you going. Some electrolyte can help cover the flavor of the iodine or other treatment tablets - this can be really helpful for getting kids to drink treated water. For the navigation kit, having some kind of optic to be able to view and recon an area can be very helpful. A pair of 4x to 8x binoculars is really helpful for getting an advanced view of things you'd prefer to go around. For the tools, some way to cut metal is really helpful in an urban setting. Often you do not need to cut a padlock, you can just cut the hasp or latch it is attached to. A hacksaw blade or a sawsall blade in a keyhole style handle can go a long way to getting you into or out of some urban places. Also, zip ties are remarkably helpful for making quick lashings. Some clothing items might be helpful for stashing in the kit - most people are not dressed for a 20-40km march at all times. Good walking shoes that lace up. Spare socks. Gloves. Hat. Scarf or schemagh. Cash. $200 will get you into or out of most places in the first world.

[@CazSmith]

Best comment on the thread.

[@toddtravis2596]

​@CazSmith absolutely agreed. 👍🏽🙏🏽🧡🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@jm-tKoA26]

Cash is a good idea for regional issues you can get away from with relative ease. For more widespread or national issues, the most valuable part of carrying cash is it's use as a fire starter. Essentially, if the situation is bad enough that people are looting/rioting (which is the type of situation you may consider bugging out of) your cash is practically useless in that area.

[@DrSchor]

please explain what an electrolight is. does it need a special battery?

[@lesstraveledpath]

@@DrSchor Typos befall us all... I intended to refer to an electrolyte powdered drink additive - Liquid IV, or Nuun tablets are my current favorites. Gatorade is also tasty, and happens to be mostly sugar based, if you are into that kind of thing.

[@jasongarling20]

I absolutely love the like and subscribe note on the map! Genius!

[@dougcfrary]

Lots of great, organized and well explained information as always. Thank you Sir!

[@scottblum8165]

Thanks you for making it easy to understand. Most people don't have a clue, and you cover enough bases to save them if they follow these steps and educate themselves. I appreciate you.

[@mixinmorley]

Good video! You don't babble, just straight-to-the-point info.

[@JohnFourtyTwo]

That’s because he’s a certified professional instructor, not your typical KZbinr babbling along about something they don’t know anything about while tickling the algorithm to a video length that’s short on information but just right to get triggered into suggested feeds.

[@brianintexas1108]

I'd like to make a suggestion. You might consider installing a Sawyer mini just before the mouth piece on your drinking tube. This will allow you to run the tube over your shoulder and inside your clothing to protect the filter from freezing in cold weather. It also prevents the larger Sawyer from chafing on the bladder and saves a little room inside your hydration carrier or ruck witch ever you choose. Thanks for the info.

[@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft]

Great idea!

[@bigmac5753]

I love the people who actual show there gun they include most hide it or don’t even mention it but lets be real Thats definitely apart of most of our set ups for sure

[@chriskeating5926]

1000%

[@asmith7876]

Most won’t due to silly KZbin rules.

[@bigmac5753]

@@asmith7876 yeah youtube has became pussies over the years we dont wanna hurt they/thems feelings neither

[@chriskeating5926]

@@asmith7876 yeah 1000% , you could get banned just for commenting 🙄...Go to you tube jail and all that ! 🤣😉

[@kellydiver]

I follow a lot of KZbinrs, and this is the best field survival channel by far. Thanks for continuing to share high quality content.

[@silvermediastudio]

What field would you plan to be surviving in?

[@kellydiver]

@@silvermediastudio I’m a soldier - a retired combat field medic. “Field” means in operational conditions (as in “field training exercise”). I forget that we sometimes speak a different language.

[@silvermediastudio]

​@@kellydiverI understood perfectly. "Going into the field" for an FTX or learning/practicing "field craft." My question remains but I'll rephrase, what operational environment do you expect to employ the subject TTPs, METL, and MEEL?

[@perrygiles9123]

Great video. Just remember one other thing- extra RX glasses/readers/RX sunglasses- from a guy that wouldn’t be able to shoot my foot without a pair. Also basic Tylenol/Advil/RX migraine or excedrine Migraine - go to your family Doctor or Doctor friend and get some RX Antibiotic-oral/child and slowly get some daily med like high blood pressure, heart, diabetes! Etc- get same friend MD to RX or you need to slowly be saving five or so from each monthly bottle when possible. Run out of this, think Diabetics or people with high blood pressure, sugar or pressure goes through roof, then nothing on any list will be needed after that. This part coming from a MD, certainly no expert and had only about half of the items he listed on this video. Just my two cents.

[@marmadukegrimwig]

As always, excellent. Probably the best survival channel.

[@mixonmixon2723]

Pound for pound one of the best and to the point basic bug out videos. Nice work sir!

[@theociba3762]

try the grey bearded green beret for more.

[@jamiecox5430]

This is the best bug out bag video I’ve seen! Outstanding job sir! Finally I 100% agree with someone’s bug out bag.

[@DrSchor]

you are just agreeing with what you want to hear

[@brianwofford3831]

I enjoyed your video. I took notes and added some of the items folks put in the comments section. I also found it great that you added comments about the “Trail Life” overnight trip you just returned from. I am also involved in trail life. My last overnight with that group was a month ago.

[@agaig9812]

Andrew, great video as usual! Well done. I am a Trail Life USA leader and highly recommend this group for young men in this current crazy world.

[@DrSchor]

current? name one time that the world has not been crazy

[@rogercpate4386]

Thank you for a comprehensive bug out bag demonstration. Like where you include thinking about possibly having kids along. Down and dirty, no fluff.

[@DrSchor]

Don't rely on this poser. He completely missed the essential concept of kids carrying their own bags.

[@Grizzly_feircy_tactical]

Hey! Thanks for your service. And thank you for leading me into the path of Bushcraft, survival and tactics. You were the one and my dad that made me a survivalist and bush-crafter. And I thank you for that. And keep up the good work. Ps watched all of your videos!

[@gunsofmasseffect4321]

Well rounded video, I have several bags always packed and ready, that fit, both urban, and rural survival within one pack.

[@rikflare7970]

I’ve had the luck of my son (12)wanting to go camping, unfortunately for him his dad is a bare minimum camper, take what you need and leave the luxury’s behind ( unless you wanna time them lol). Your videos have helped me and shown my son what it means to be prepared an “how cool it feels to make it on your own”(his words)

[@slappy8941]

You don't make a noun plural by adding an apostrophe-s.

[@WaterPickle]

​@@slappy8941you don't become a more virtuous person by correcting people

[@markcoraa]

Computerized spell check makes bigger mistakes than that.

[@ianbutler1983]

Does that comment make you feel superior? The man is happy about taking his young son camping and instead of being happy for him or just saying nothing, you felt the need to parade your amazing knowledge of grammar. @@slappy8941

[@sosteve9113]

Must be great memories you made with your son.

[@Royal_T]

It's nice to see someone like this, who is trained and practices what he talks about. So many videos on this subject are from people that just work from other people's lists or videos and have no hands on experience, thank you for this video!

[@ppol902]

你提到地缘政治，这个确实越来越魔幻了，国家政府之间的争斗但受伤的只有民众。 我也是edc爱好者，很喜欢你的视频中物品铺满一整张桌面的感觉，支持你。

[@kaostheory3272]

This is a nice well thought-out complete kit the only things I would add would be at least two 55 gallon heavy metal trash bags and at least 100 ft of cordage

[@mikebsbd]

Sharpie that label, no big deal. If a threat is that close you are already in trouble. Thank you for your ideas and instruction.

[@yakfishin4912]

Exactly what I thought as well.

[@J.Young808]

Nah I’ll cut it off like I did on my 5.11 hat, those guys sewed it on and glued it. Thankfully I did it right away so that it wasn’t too badly sticky.

[@TTundragrizzly]

I don’t understand the significance or danger of a 5 11 tag…. Care to explain?

[@mikebsbd]

@@TTundragrizzly It's a recognizeable supplier for firearm accessories and the like. So, not very "gray man".

[@yakfishin4912]

@@TTundragrizzly 511 is a well known company In the prepper/SHTF community. If there is a 511 tag chances are there is gear inside.

[@krisstac2000]

Great video! I love when people with real life experience make those kind of videos. And this is list which I made watching video. • Bag - grey man style • Water: 1. Camelback 2. Sawyer mini 3. Purification tablets 4. Nalgene bottle 5. Metal cup 6. 4 way sillcock key • Shelter(something to: sleep on, in, under): 1. Lightweight bivy 2. Inflate mattress 3. Swagman roll 4. Poncho with ground stick, cord and bunge • Fire 1. Tinder 2. Flashlight 3. Matches 4. Ferro rod • Food 1. MRE ONLY - FAST TO EAT 2. Mre stove or small cup with jetboil • Land Nav 1. Up to date map 2. Protractor 3. Notepad & pen 4. GPS - garmin 62 ect. 5. Headlamp 6. Compass 7. Whistle • Medkit 1. TQ 2. Bandage 3. Gazue 4. Meds 5. Epi pen 6. Scissors • Signaling 1. Phone 2. Powerbank 3. Sat phone • Defence tools 1. Gun 2. Fix blade Knife • Utility tools 1. Multitool 2. Small knfe 3. Strong tape

[@petezahrbock]

Super video 📹 Andrew!! Thank you for the skills! Keep up the great work 👍

[@nealfry2230]

Better to have and not need than Need and not have, amen.

[@nealfry2230]

Legal HAM Radios.

[@nealfry2230]

Millatary Compas.

[@nealfry2230]

Kotex to Stop bleeding for the Wounded.

[@nealfry2230]

Toilet paper.

[@winfieldagonoy]

Excellent source of skills and one of the must watched, Thank you very much. Your channel helped me a lot.

[@Jaden48108]

Looks like all of it could fit into a small to medium size backpack, yes? Think I'll take a snapshot of the outlay. Excellent video, sir.

[@silvermediastudio]

Not even close. All that shit won't fit in a 40L pack.

[@Jaden48108]

Only one way to know. @@silvermediastudio

[@Jaden48108]

My new bag is a little different- it's also bullet proof and will stop a .44 mag. But you are right. Won't quite fit all of it once I pack clothes. Otherwise, no problemo. @@silvermediastudio

[@annmcalhatton]

Great video for just the Necessary items. Good quality w/ backups 👍

[@princearthur4946]

Excellent presentation!

[@johnwolfen4243]

It all looks good to me. I would go with a tarp and drop the cook stove and cooking cup. You already have a cooking cup with your water. Adding some blister first aid items would be great, anyone that has done much walking will end up with blisters and small cuts. The last thing I would do is get a Faraday bag for the GPS and cell phones. The Sat phone will also give someone your location. Check your watch, if you have a Sat watch or even a Iphone watch, that can also give w=away your location. Only use theses items when needed then leave the area ASAP.

[@leesonoutdoors]

Always great info and presented in an easy to understand well thought out manner

[@michaelgrant3619]

Thank you for your service. Thank you for the really well put together videos and content.

[@getsomeboy321]

Swagman roll is one of my best buys ever. So useful. Woobie 2.0

[@cardiacbob]

I have a small "Wicked Tree Gear" folding saw in my kit and it ROCKS! SO solid and rugged and sharp, and super inexpensive.

[@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft]

I’ll have to look it up

[@markellis6101]

Fantastic. I have been prepping for ten years. At first I went out and got some stuff that wasn't good quality or that I didn't need. Wish I had this to help me start out.

[@ApocGuy]

We were all there my friend. It's part of survival I guess 😉. At least this way you can get through item lists quick and mostly without a fear of getting low quality gear 😁

[@dwaynebristol5064]

love this video very precise and to the point. thank you god bless.

[@ahchu3256]

I've always thought that one of the most important items to have in a go bag is $300 in 10s and 20s. With that you can buy things (gas, etc.) when the power goes out. It can also be useful to get people to help you if you get in a jam. For my go bag I forgo the big sheath knife for a camping hatchet which to me is a more useful tool for shelter building and as a field expedient weapon.

[@TheHellbillyx]

cash will be useless think if shtf the gov. is gone. gold on hand maybe.

[@johnc6738]

What theHellbilly said. Plus when the power goes out you are buying gas from,,, where? An individual most likely isn't going to be selling anything like gas. Trade is more likely, but there one must be careful.

[@Fordgroup00]

Never dismiss the benefits of cash SMDH

[@Bob1934-l6d]

Keep in mind most people think SHTF, but what if instead it is a Tornado, Hurricane, Earthquake. Money is a good idea. Its a lot lighter than carrying gold. And if money is no good Gold will get you killed. Why, simple small bills means you have little money. Gold means your rich. Spent time in the third world and saw a guy get his gold teeth extracted by bandits. They took my wallet with about 1000 pesos. Luckily they overlooked my actual money.

[@fredflea4038]

⁠@@TheHellbillyxNot every emergency situation will be a situation where government is completely gone. Chances for a few weeks of crisis are a lot bigger than end of the world scenarios. Trading isn’t always that easy, maybe you want something from someone else, but they need nothing from you at that moment. Cash would surely stay handy for a while. Cash could even be that scarce that it could be worth more than it is in normal situations.

[@andrewphipps4989]

Love your work, I quite often share your training vids why group

[@Gadgeteer22]

Nice choice on the sleeping mat. It looks like it has some foam in it. So even if it gets a leak, the foam padding in it can still help against heat loss through conduction.

[@patriotpop2436]

Natural materials work well with sleeping pads. Not expressing disregard for the presentation or your knowledge, but for a general reminder.

[@Gadgeteer22]

@@patriotpop2436 Agreed 👍And perhaps adding some 55 gal. drum liner trash bags, the natural materials can be stuffed into them to make a makeshift mat.

[@nauticalknotcraft]

Excellent run down Andrew, thanks.

[@herbsmith6871]

Very nice Major! You're an endless source of information, and we all appreciate you 🤠

[@plausible.deaniability]

Phenomenal video! Straight to the point with great information. Thank you!

[@kan-zee]

1:56 ...Camel Back is a good water storage container...but is it easy to clean in the field ? It will get plugged up with debris / bacteria eventually 3:40...When I was Homeless, a Silcok Water Utility 4 Way Key, was a must have. 4:18...There are plenty of ThruHikers/ Prepper Complaints about the Failure of these GeoPress Grayl Water filters 1) It's one of the heaviest Filters on the Market... It weights 1.5 lbs without the water in it 2) It is Super Bulky in ones bug out bag. 3) It is limited to less than 21 ounces / 2.5 cups of water. (A smart water bottle is 34 ounces) Do you require Scissors , while you Have 2 different knives ? 4) Most people (preppers) will have difficulty with the operation of the PRESSing option of this filter ...using their body weight Many preppers complain that it will shoot water past the gasket , when pressing it........ With a Gravity water filter...it is effortless. 5) If there is Heavy particulates in your dirty water....The Pressing of the Filter , will not Work at all. Unless you strain the water first (Pre-filter). Which is more Work than necessary, especially on a bug out.. 6) When Grayl gets cloged up...how are you gonna backflush clean the filter ??? Most thru hikers, toss their Grayl filters and return to the Sawyer filters, cause they can't service their grayl filters in the field. 7) Grayl has the SHORTEST LIFESPAN of all the Filters on the market. You have to change the Filter Cartridge after only 65 Gallons... compared to the Katadyn filter at 250 gallons or the Sawyer at one hundred thousand gallons. 8) $100 USD / $150 CAD... for the Grayl GeoPress VS $40 USD each / $100 CAD for 2 Sawyer filters ***************************************************************

[@jeffhowell3310]

Very good information. Thanks for putting it out.

[@jasonjohnson6344]

I like seeing that I have most of the same items you show here. Different brands but same uses. I’ve yet to buy a sat-phone and a water valve wrench but they’re high on the list. I’d never considered the water valve wrench but I see a logical argument for its being part of a serious kit…as long as water supply is still operating. Great information here.

[@kccashman4818]

Very well spoken and straight to the point. Thx sir!

[@withoutfurtheradoforever]

Some items I never see people putting in their bugout bags are TP, wet wipes, hand sanitizer, and a small bar of soap with a wash cloth.

[@JohnFourtyTwo]

Those are the #1 items in my bag along with a jar of peanut butter. Sounds silly but the peanut butter has lots of protein and calories, doesn’t need refrigeration, and can easily last you those two or three days if you don’t have enough any other food.

[@bigbrother9531]

Got mine.

[@stedebassett1523]

​@@JohnFourtyTwoEXACTLY...that is so very important.

[@Phearsum]

@@JohnFourtyTwo Peanut Butter is awesome. I pair it with one of those "3600 calorie sos bars" The flavors also blend pretty well.

[@evanhawk2574]

The right wet wipes can cover all those items

[@chrissample3047]

Its easy to forget back to basic survival stuff gear I m a retired 11b scout us army very good reference thanks

[@River5190-Actual]

Heh, I've dropped some cash on prepping and have NEVER thought to carry a few maps ... Learn something new every video!

[@Fido-vm9zi]

A world map!

[@emeqgershown3064]

I really like the information in the series, brings back memories and I’ve changed some of the things in my kits with newer products. Some things never change. If you have MRE’s or dehydrated soups that are in pre-measured bags that you can add water too, make sure you get MRE heaters. They take up very little space and are very light weight. They’re easy to use and give a hot meal with no fire; in fact you can cook while your still moving. In a pinch the hot bags can even be used to fight hypothermia as you cook. Med kits should include monofilament fishing line (3-6 lb test) and pre-bent medium sewing needles; lace up several needles with 18-24” lengths of fishing line, put the pre-made stitching needles in a leakproof container full of hydrogen peroxide; I keep a second small leakproof bottle of hydrogen peroxide for cleaning the wound. Be sure to include rubber gloves and a small hemostat in a bag so they stay clean. If you sustain a wound that needs stitches you can do it yourself. If you do it within 5-10 minutes of the wound it doesn’t even hurt because that area gets numb from the trauma of the wound. I’ve had to do this more than once and it saved my life. Since you should already have a kit with gauze pads, wraps, and tape your all set. I’ve also used the MRE heaters for cooking and fighting hypothermia and that really works. If you keep the rest of the fishing line, and some very small hooks, you can catch fish; just rig a bent branch to the fishing line, when the fish takes the bait the bush sets the hook. Your camp can be anywhere, just come back at early dawn or late dusk to check the line. It takes practice but once you get the feel of doing it you’ll have more to eat than tubers, leaves, and other wild foods that are very seasonal. I carry four pistol mags; one on my belt and three on my plate carrier. I also carry eight 30 round rifle mages + one in the well, with a drop bag on my belt (no stores in the backcountry) also 6-8 strippers with loading spoons in my bug out bag; 12-14 strippers and two ten round tracer mags in my large pack when our team is doing mountain practice for a week or more. Resupply isn’t coming so avoid contact when possible, but have as many ammo as possible if you have no choice. My bug out bag is about 35lb, my long term bag is 50lb. Water sources change depending on region but I never carry more than needed if streams or lakes are on my topos; water is the heaviest thing you can carry. If you don’t have knowledge of the region take enough to be safe and put a clean small pebble under your tongue and breath through your nose to keep saliva in your mouth. It doesn’t replace water but it tricks your body into thinking it’s not so thirsty. Be safe and practice frequently.

[@kaiteton-qw7uq]

Thanks for this information! I got my kit set up, I got a nice Kifaru backpack for my pack. for shelter I got a SF snugpak bivy and a causality blanket,thermarest cold weather pad. Then for my fire kit it’s the standard fire steel, bic lighter, matches, a magnifying glass, and cotton balls and Vaseline. For water I got that exact same grayl geoppress and a steel water bottle, and a Msr trail filter. For my food I got some fishing items and a MRE. For navigation and signaling I got a brunton global compass with a mirror on it. My tools are a worksharp field sharpener, a Benchmade fixed adamas, Benchmade 940-1, and a silky saw. My lighting is a petzel headlamp, a surefire flashlight and a solar panel to charge my other electronics. The last things are 750 paracord, and a adventure medical kit with a cat tourniquet and some quick clot. This for the most part is my kit but there are always more stuff.

[@peterbogart4531]

I like a lightweight tent with a sturdy tarp under it to keep out the pests, especially at night.

[@johndoe-cr3eu]

Beef bullion, honey, nuts

[@Medictrent]

I like your no-nonsense approach.

[@280zjammer]

An Epipen is good for allergic reactions but it's also capable of treating a heart attack. Little known fact; defibrillators are for treating arrhythmia but not for restarting the heart. Adrenaline is used to restart the heart and epinephrine is an effective form. Epipens are a very good idea for anyone with heart conditions.

[@patrickrizzio7303]

Thank you much love from Wisconsin

[@tarinindell8217]

Good video. One thing that is important to note is that we do need to prepare for unforeseen circumstances. For example, what if you get to your bugout location(s) but it is somehow compromised. Having those metal containers to boil water would help you extend the use of your bag beyond the planned timeframe for movement. Thats also why i like to see that you included a more robust sleep system. Too many throw in a SOL Escape Bivy and call themselves covered. One additional thing id like to see in your kit is a small and minimal food procurement kit. Yes, stopping to fish, trap, or hunt is the last thing you want to be doing during a bugout. However, if you get to your new home and it isnt home anymore, and you run out of alternate locations, you need SOMETHING to be able to help provide calories to keep going after a week or two

[@JessieBlandingJr]

HOOAH. I was army never any form of SF. I like the fact we had former SF type soliders in iur reserve unit snd they helped me alot especially when it came to succeeding at training missions. I would go back in right now at age 41 as regular infantry solider if it came down to it. Great video brother

[@JPMerolla001]

That key for for turning on water sources in an urban/suburban setting is great. Never saw it or heard of it before. Brilliant.

[@edleifer6719]

agree, that spigot key caught me by surprise, but it is really only useful if you are in an area where homes are present.

[@DrSchor]

no cupcake, it is for office buildings.@@edleifer6719

[@thomasmecca8680]

Terrific explanation. One of the best

[@jonny4641]

If anybody is looking to save some weight in their bag the saw on the Leatherman is very effective, that would keep you from having to carry an extra saw. I am a farmer/rancher and use it quite a bit. Been carrying the leatherman since the PST back in the 90’s. Side note, have your water container filled and ready to go. If you are bugging out for real you don’t need to waste time and put yourself at risk securing water in the first few hours

[@J.Young808]

PST? I’m trying to rack my brain but can’t remember anything in the 90’s with those initials.

[@jonny4641]

Pocket Survival Tool, that was the original Leatherman. I still have mine but have been carrying the wave since 2001. It has been sent in for a overhaul twice over the years. I use it every day.

[@bserieshatch1]

Leatherman is a toy compared to silky saw.

[@jonny4641]

Yeah and it’s a toy compared to a chainsaw also. What’s your point?

[@jonny4641]

Yeah and it’s a toy compared to a chainsaw also. What’s your point?

[@richardkibler3870]

Always like your content Andrew,Many thanks for your Time & Input,Cheers!

[@markbooth1117]

Thanks for this. I am looking at building a BOB, however I am in the UK, so it will minus the Side arm as they are totally illegal here.

[@maxpinson5002]

You're not wanting to get in any kind of firefight anyway. Only the mall ninjas and cul-de-sac commandos fantasize about that. You're E&E-ing trying to get to safety, and that means low profile and hiding when necessary. No shame in hiding and surviving

[@cindyjean3208]

With no firearms… Maybe a plan b? Cross bows? Sling shots? Something extra to help as crude weapons or sources to hunt?

[@michaelw2288]

A hefty walking stick: good against dogs and livestock.

[@boolitsmith4103]

​@@maxpinson5002a sidearm is a survival tool. Just because someone carries one doesn't mean they are looking for a firefight. Can be used against 4 legged predators,or for procuring food in a survival situation. No need for such harsh judgment and name calling

[@maxpinson5002]

Not name calling anyone Sure a firearm can be useful if used sparingly if at all. If I'm bugging or fleeing a dangerous situation, I'm not going to call attention to myself, and I'll be eating food that can be eaten while walking, and drinking known pure water I brought with me. I'm sure not going to try to fish or hunt or make a fire or anything that would draw attention of potential hostile parties. But then, everybody can do whatever they decide is best, and I sincerely wish them good luck

[@saritaford3667]

"Too easy!" I always love hearing that!

[@Lastcallrepent]

People in your circle ❤

[@royalsgrunt]

This was great..certainly helps with planning.....

[@OldManGlitch]

May I recommend a couple of items, principally because of the possibility of an finding yourself in an Urban Environment, I would add a pair of Goggles, and at least a Respirator Mask, (Gas Mask, if you can afford it). I have been in a town when a riot broke out and the wife and I would have loved to have these items with us while we were trying to get back to our car to get out of the town. Sometimes, the police will use tear gas or pepper spray to do crowd control or in our case, the crowd used tons of bear spray on people. My wife and I saw it and used the back door of the store with others in that store to get out, but the amount of Pepper spray in the air was choking and made our eyes tear. Just a Thought.

[@Chad17764]

This makes alot of sense. Real life scenario.

[@nunyabusiness863]

Well said. My family and I have goggles and n95s (which I know won't help for gas). But I decided to put Goggles after reflecting on the dust from 9/11 and several disasters and civil conflicts. Goggles are even good for walking through the brush when hiking. You have no idea how many times I've poked my eye on low branches in low lighting in my own back yard. 😂

[@darrend5741]

Great vid 👍. As others have probably mentioned, I recommend going with “ultralight hiking” gear whenever possible. Huge benefits with size and weight. Lots of UL gear is cheap and durable as well.

[@cindyjean3208]

Thanks Andrew, for another great video… As always, thought provoking… informative and well taught… Keep safe… unsettled times call for… Watching and praying ( as the Bible says)

[@nurseactual]

Good to go. Rangers lead the way. Thx Andrew. Stay frosty n safe.

[@chrismoore600]

When I was younger and even now I'm set for bugging out. But now that is less of an option with the older people in my life. Do you have any options on to subject would love to hear them.

[@donm2067]

Wheel barrow. Look at WW1 civilians fleeing, it was elderly and children on wagons pulled by the able or draught animals.

[@davidalbus8089]

I would argue that what he is showing you is a basic outdoor survival kit for a wilderness situation. His kit would be good for getting home. A bug out kit says you aren't going home it is most likely gone chances are from a weather related event or forest fire. To me, a bug out kit looks a lot more a suitcase in the back of a vehicle and enough money to provide for you and your family for a few months until insurance or fema pays out. If you work in the trades like I do then your basic trade tools should be in your vehicle as well. Don't plan on waiting until you have to move people with a wheelbarrow like someone else said. Realistically, if you drive 100 miles, you will probably be in a safe area to start over. The chances of a nation wide catastrophe is very slight and has its own set of problems that I don't see a bug out kit as fixing

[@anthonywood7420]

​@@davidalbus8089you could go all grizzly Addams?

[@davidalbus8089]

@anthonywood7420 I know your being humorous but there is a sad number of guys that think that they could manage that. The problem being that even the guys that could probably won't because of the wildfires that will be caused by those that think that they know what they are doing but don't.

[@mattmarzula]

It's called bugging in. A far better and more likely option for literally everyone. Bugging out is a fantasy. Most people don't have the fitness, skills, or reps to be successful at it.

[@terrychapman5466]

Personal choice. I like to include some cable ties. Lots of uses eg. speeding up shelter construction.

[@Joinordie718]

Thanks Major Andrew for sharing this excellent advice on bug out bags👍🇺🇸

[@rtek777]

Using my favorite bag. I have 2 of them. They've lasted for years.

[@peterbogart4531]

Sir, T Y again, Skipper! In a chaotic evacuation situation on foot, people will sometimes encounter lost young children, often shepherded by a virtually possession-less young woman who speaks no English, as have I. Well-concealed extra cash may take priority in the kit. Add to that what you may carry stuff that the opposite gender may require, that you do not. Folding toothbrushes, dental floss don't take up much room , but come in very handy. Let us just use our imagination and add some compact stuff that may work to multi-purposes.

[@Swamp_Lad]

😅 I am confused you take condoms and cash and candy so you can shag the lady for money while her kids eat chocolate? 😂 I am sorry but maybe it is just too late here and my English too poor

[@johndoe-cr3eu]

I carry a hundred pre 1965 silver dimes in case the currency collapses. I also carry several silver dollars for times when I really need something bad.

[@Uhnonuhmous]

Ya know, I'm a long time prepper, bushcrafter and military trained. Anyway I'm of the mind that believes what's planned, not sure we can prep for. Great vid. This is brave zulu 411

[@eternaladventure-wm5fn]

Hygiene gear such as TP, wet wipes, toothbrush and paste, small deodorant don’t take up much room or weight but you will be thankful to have them. A gas mask for an urban environment is not a bad idea.

[@michaelw2288]

Personal protective equipment suitable for your hazard environment eg earthquake, flooding, forest fire, dust storm, nuclear accident, industrial fire/leak.

[@eternaladventure-wm5fn]

@@michaelw2288Yes but it’s important to not get carried away. I think those different scenarios need there own separate bag

[@mrkultra1655]

Thanks Andrew

[@Hcdav-s5y]

Does Andrew respond to comments? Because there are some good comments on here from a lot of you guys.

[@wil.mcclure]

Great video w/TONS of great info. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@Whizzle683]

Glad you mentioned the water key, a lot of people forget about all the water sources that are present in urban settings.

[@medlensoutdoors]

Great video I'm definitely gonna be checking out more of what you got really interested in bug out bags and what is needed

[@JKYLEM1000]

That Nalgene / Nesting cup trick was clean. Love the lanyard attachment for reaching water out of arms length.

[@1cleblanc]

Very good set up.