Forgotten Bug Out Bag Items

Having a complete Bug Out Bag is essential to your survival in any situation. In this video, Jon Faulkner and Alan Kay cover some often forgotten items in most people’s BOB and some tips on how to best utilize them.
Items that could be missing from your BOB include maps, a signal kit, extra socks and dry sacks.
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[@JosephLupoli]

Great video! To make the mosquito head net more effective, I recommend wearing a fairly stiff-brimmed boonie hat under the net. The netting will be much farther away from your face and neck.

[@stenandersson6704]

Gloves are really good, you do not want unnecessary damage to something that is as important as your hands.

[@ourtechwriter]

Should be leather all over. Pigskin leather gloves, Menards, protect against slashing thorns!,

[@jtoast]

Really I wonder what humanity would have done before gloves.... like I would do some work but my hands I'm such a baby and need something to protect me

[@tacitusthehistories5417]

I keep my cold weather clothes in a clean new 5 gallon bucket w lid. Use it as a seat for rest stop especially during inclement weather. A large mesh laundry bag can be used to carry things you find on the trail & can be set up in creek to catch fish at night. Great video. Rehearsed. No bs. ThxU!

[@dlighted8861]

"Stand flat footed and box a turkey" is the best one I heard in a long,long time.😅 Made my week.😉

[@nicholasjohn11]

This had me dying 😂😂 totally stealing that line.

[@bradleykillen6104]

Agreed these guys are fucking great entertainers. As well as very knowledgeable.. love it!

[@neobailey5268]

Head net was rock solid tip....

[@jk.smalls]

I never see anyone put toilet paper or hygiene products in general in their bug out bags. While it might seem like a luxury anyone who's spent significant time in the field knows how much of a concern cleanliness is. It keeps you healthy, comfortable and motivated.

[@AdamKatz]

Wet wipes. I think Alan covered that in one of his videos. Toilet paper gets soggy.

[@onionhead5780]

Adam Katz Pull the cardboard out and smash it flat. It fits perfectly in a sandwich ziplock bag like it was made for it. I never leave home without it. 👍

[@zzkatz9446]

@@onionhead5780 Yes, but how do you keep it from getting soggy when you take it out of the bag to use it?

[@onionhead5780]

ZZ Katz .. Search KZbin for “Diy waterproof toilet paper dispenser” and you will see what I’m talking about. ✌️

[@annarock45]

Yep. my GHB is a daily carry WORKING bag. Due to my working environment, i find myself in lots of different sometimes remote places. A full roll of TP is part of my kit. I am often in my kit and use many of the items daily. i take a full roll and break it down into three individual rolls without the cardboard. Keep them in a ziplock bag

[@brettlaw920]

Clear eye protection. Land navigation in wilderness is a good way to catch a stick in the eye and no time to have a torn cornea.

[@gadget19k76]

Absolutely right, some kind of sand/wind/ dust goggle with a head strap would be ideal. Even if you wear glasses you want something over them to protect the lenses.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Roger, I got an eye injury on SERE 12 years ago that has never fully healed. Damn painful. I carry a set of freefall goggles in my kit, good eye protection if you are in an area with smoke/dust etc too (ie an incident in an urban area).

[@ravensnflies8167]

i picked up 4 green 503nm lasers off ebay for 35$. threw one in each bag i have and gave one away. they are great for night time overcast nights. dont shine it AT a plane, shine it up in the air as a beacon. love your vids man. thanks.

[@wazoologist]

I'm starting to head more towards a minimal bushcraft bag, as my ''bug out bag'' is fast becoming my ''break my back bag''. ;)

[@Lifelessfreak101]

@Hugh Jarce teotwawki? bol? Bug out longer?

[@illuminatedturds6777]

If you can ruck it....lol

[@TheNecropolis20]

TEOTWAWKI - "The end of the world as we know it " We dont have to worry about this TEOTWAWKI and Bug out Bag for years. We should prepare for the more likely disasters - My prepper Timeline - 1 - We should prepare for Viruses and Flu season here in the winter of 2019 to 2020. 2 - After this we should prepare for the Recession of 2020. 3 - after this i see a Major Black out in the summer of 2020. the last times there was a black out this big was 2003 and 1967. 4 - after this the next disaster to prepare for is a War on Iran. 5 - After the black out we will prepare for the November 2020 election we will avoid the downtown and places where they might be protesting the election. after this its the year 2021.

[@chistinelane]

If you can't run after and catch a bus with your bug out bag, it's too heavy. Because you might just have to run from bullets.

[@jay-rus4437]

wazoologist ....I actually agree. It seems that so many on KZbin have bags that they couldnt have possibly tested. We took a 3 mile hike with our packs in cold poor weather conditions to see how it went. Lets just say that after we got back our “priorities” quickly changed. Our bags are now around the 20lb mark.

[@johnnybeanz1296]

I would like it if everybody who talks about bag contents mentioned the total weight of the bag. Having all this stuff is really only valuable within the context of how much stuff you can lug and how far. As an old guy, I am well aware of my carrying limitations. I’m not suggesting that there’s anything wrong with the suggestions they’ve made here, but it all adds up.

[@biteme19671]

I always say, the minimum weight should be 25 lbs, then you can condition yourself for more in the future.

[@aerospacepatriot8177]

Age, capability, and environment are key factors when determining content. Usually, when backpacking, no more than 1/3 of your bodyweight. But, that's assuming you are in good shape. I've seen 20 somethings, who are not in good shape, and can't even carry a BOB. In AZ, water is king.

[@joegarcia1674]

Just came across this video. Earlier this evening I was just speaking with my son, explaining to him about changing his socks and how keeping his feet dry is one of the most important things to do.

[@njwebber]

I love your suggestions. with an exception on all the signal devices what if your in a situation. Where you dont want to be found like martial law i like to keep an open mind and prepare for pretty much everything and another item id like to suggest is baby wipes ive noticed alot people don't have in there bags its very useful for when nature calls and you clean your slef up with them until you get your next shower/ bath after all the military uses them in the field

[@cheesecakeforbreakfast7954]

Thanks for the video! I will add the map(s) and mosquito net! As a female that drives alone most days, I keep a go-bag in my car along with extra water. But living in the Southwest desert reminds me and hopefully others, to rotate the water and any food/snacks carried in the car especially during the hot summer months. Thanks again, I learned something I hadn’t thought of!!!

[@djssquibbs3295]

Thank you guys so much for taking the time to put this content out there for people who need it!

[@monkeygod64]

a flash drive with all family papers and photos.

[@Levi-td7ff]

Kinda depressing lol

[@joshcook8801]

Being from the south I'm ashamed of myself for not having a mosquito head net in my BOB. Going to get one later today. Great video!

[@bige8949]

Guess I'm lucky I live in Iceland, no mosquitoes... then again nothing to survive off either lol.. Been wondering what the f I'd do if shit went to hell.

[@timothylongmore7325]

@@bige8949 BOB w/ kayak my friend. Maybe several compasses too.

[@jmb2889]

One of the best channels on the subjects, thanks Some items in my kit that others may want: Orion 3 min. Flares, instant fire even in the rain Poly fluorescent t shirt, wearable signal panel .40 cal shot shells, birds, squirrels, etc. for supper when your .22 is strapped to the pack Sealskinz socks!!! Silky Katana boy 500 rocks!

[@ironbomb6753]

I just learned about those Silky saws. Bad ass, I'm getting one or two

[@marcppparis]

I include a deck of cards. They don’t weigh much. Boredom can be a real issue especially when kids are involved. Something to help take the mind off the current situation is useful for morale.

[@timothylongmore7325]

Good for trail markers to

[@VAFSH4LIF]

Thank you Very much! I just recently started asking people who post videos about bug out bags Why they Didn't include binoculars? If it's a SHTF situation the last thing you want to do is Walk Right into it? The smoke grenade and mosquito net were something else I Haven't seen in Anyone else's videos. Thanks for the Great video.

[@AusLanderJack]

Hear ya brother, the years are beginning to take their toll. Wish you and everyone all the best. God bless. Cheers.

[@spatialinterpretations449]

One key item everyone leaves out is a barometer. Very light, knowing what weather is coming is can be crucial. Barometers used to be an everyday household item till modern weather forecasting. There are so many wonderful new age barometers with altimeters and compasses and temperature, designed for hiking and fishing - sadly the survival prepper community all think they are immune to weather changes....

[@SverreMyrsethWang]

Got it on my watch... Casio Mudmaster..

[@beachedbum8682]

...Or a $10 am/fm radio!

[@johnpaulfarwell1140]

@@beachedbum8682 Genuine question: Can you even get signals if you’re in the middle of nowhere?

[@kimpbay]

@@johnpaulfarwell1140 my car radio doesn't get signal driving through parts of the mountains, so I doubt a hand radio would

[@arctodussimus6198]

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve pulled out my head-net while the others in the group are complaining about spraying poison on their face. lol I keep two in every bag. One goes in the food kit to cover my food if necessary. Or I can loan it to someone.

[@bige8949]

There is one downside to head nets, though it's bizarrely unlikely to happen. An associate of a friend of mine was doing research in the Congo and failed to clean his head-net before taking a plane to south africa. Turns out that there was some kind of a parasite nested in the net that ended up infecting him the next time he opened his bag and used it. So yeah, clean your stuff.

[@timothylongmore7325]

Same here. I mushroom hunt in the summer and there is always someone that didn't bring a hat , or head net or bug spray. I carry cigars for bugs and flip the net down when I stop to collect. Smudge fire of birch bark when we break.

[@cruiser122s.d.8]

On top of those items I put in my pack I also added a battery tester, safety goggles, and usb batteries. Great video guys!!!

[@ourtechwriter]

Thanks for mentioning the headset and it’s uses. So many people think it’s dorky, but they haven’t met really intent skeeters!

[@CloneDaddy]

Good little video, John. I especially like your little signalling kit. That's next on my kit list, I think. I get what Alan was saying about binoculars, too. At my age, I don't want to have to walk there to find out I can't get through. I carry a monocular with me these days to save on weight. And, as much as I hate 'em, head nets. I usually prefer to camp by the rivers when possible, just for preference, and so do the bugs. I intend to go to Scotland next year, and I'm gonna buy a head net off a Scotsman the same as they use. Mind how you go, fellas. Greetings from Dartmoor.

[@roadhandviking2741]

I've been on the fence about adding binoculars to my b.o.b You gentleman have talked me into it. Even a cheap way mart set would be better than nothing. Thanks for the advice and video

[@johncampbell335]

Bushnell field glasses at Bass Pro Shops. Inexpensive, tough, small, great optics.

[@MuskratOutdoors]

They are good for a lot of things. Used backwards, they make great microscopes for finding that annoying splinter. Since they are basically magnifying glasses, you can start a fire with them, although you might have to take them apart to do it. Being able to see if that "house" over there is just a house shaped rock is great too!

[@shawnclay7802]

I like the bio wipes that Coleman makes. Can stay relatively clean and then toss the used wipe into the fire.

[@biteme19671]

Grime Boss wipes work well to.

[@biteme19671]

But I did recently use the Coleman wipes on back to back camping trips.

[@pondertheparadox2288]

A ziploc bag with a pair of underwear, t-shirt and socks sealed to keep dry. The ziploc bag is good for carrying items as well as collecting water/ small berries, etc. throw 2-3 Cliff bars just in case..the bar's packages are waterproof which can be used to hold things and good burn paper.

[@twman5648]

Bar none, some of the best advice I've seen. I always find it interesting the focus on "bug out bags" rather than it being a survival bag or emergency bag. Priority should be getting to a safe and secure place, signalling is key in making that happen. I really like the signal kit idea, it would be awesome to make it MOLLE with pull away velcro and a caribiner.

[@archangel20031]

No See-um head net is a must when mowing the lawn, so have a bunch in the bug out bag and around the house, always! Signal? Yep, and have a small green laser on all my rifles. Mirrors? The best, cheapest mirror I have found is a platen out of an old hard drive, it's metal, has a centered hole in it and as you recycle the aluminum, the platens are free, and just coat them to prevent scratches! Binoculars are pointless dead weight when you have a variable/high powered rifle scope, and if what grabbed your attention needs to be deterred or stopped, click the safety and squeeze.

[@genevonhavermann332]

Nicely done! I liked that....I forgot my W.P. " stuff sak" was good for a possibilties bag for dry tinder..very cool thanks for bumping my noggin....

[@hellsbellspreparedness2722]

That’s awesome! Everything people forget I have in all my packs. I have two signaling kits in my 72hr pack. I keep the mini b.o.s.s. signal kit in my waist pouch away from camp and the blackscout travel survival kit in the main pack. The only thing I don’t have is signal smoke but definitely check it out. I keep a 15l dry bag to keep most of my supplies in but I also use ziplock bags also. Bags inside of bags. Great video👍

[@evilfluff6634]

Safety glasses to keep sticks out of your eyes when walking around at night in the woods

[@joshberry4301]

👆What he said.

[@OverOnTheWildSide]

Brilliant! However out in the desert that’s less necessary...

[@ironbomb6753]

My brother got a scratched cornea from a branch whipping back. Bad luck and eye pain and doctor visits for months....

[@SENelson0313]

This is a great idea! Thanks. 😎

[@davidbrown4449]

I have a pair of ski googles which are great protection from branches, high wind born elements, bugs, cold, sleet, rain, smoke from fire, just a good choice.

[@bige8949]

Three compasses gentlemen, there's a reason that planes carry 3. If you have two and one malfunctions then you won't know which one is right.

[@sbacon92]

If you have 3 and 3 malfunction? You will assume which one is right?

[@jackhartzell6074]

How bout zero compasses and basic astronomy? I have a state road map in a waterproof bag. Downhill to water, downstream to a bridge and down the road to the nearest sign... My serious bug out location is 200 miles inland where all my in-laws would meet up. I have a few alternate routes in case bridges are out or interstates are too dangerous. Mountain bikes are the best if the roads are shut down waking dead style lol

[@boatshift]

@@sbacon92 start playing scratchers alot if you think yer that lucky, that wont happen often

[@timothylongmore7325]

@@jackhartzell6074 That's all must know stuff , but it's hard to beat a compass. I use one for foraging and gps. If the sun is shining I'm good. Problem is I'm in northern NYS . Sun shines about 25 days a year lol. One thing is gps will mess up a compass.

[@joshmorris9825]

@@jackhartzell6074 good point I have 2 compasses and still have an astronomy book. The point to your comment is if its cloudy you cant count on it

[@americansuperdad5769]

I've watched about a dozen of these BOB vids and none mention a sewing kit. They weigh nothing and if you aren't coming back you may need to maintain what you're wearing. Tore my snowmobile suit when I was a kid and felt the cold creep in. Went inside, stitched it up and good as new! Had one in my pack ever since. Food for thought.

[@JimieMcCutcheon]

Love those darn tough socks.

[@prepping_essentials]

Love the alternative uses for the mosquito net

[@cigarettelyrics]

Yes we do, I recall chewing on and eating some of them TREES and plants with you... 😉 Times I'll never forget man. White pine..... Thanks for all your amazing knowledge!!!

[@thewatcher5726]

One thing that seems to be missing in "Bug Out" bags is "space"... Save room for things you might find useful along the way!!!

[@thewatcher5726]

William T you would think it goes without saying but so many examples has shown it still does...

[@troywilliams7723]

Great and practical addition to any bag! I found an emergency nylon packable backpack that reduces down to the size of a cell phone when not in use. Great find....wish i bought the others that were on the shelf.

[@bige8949]

A lot of good packs do leave space in my experience, or if they don't you still have options on the outside of the backpack for storing stuff like twigs or flora. But I do agree, I once saw this "survival kit" that was basically a gigantic box weighing like 40KG in a square plastic crate... Like sure, the items in there might be useful but you're not going to be dragging that thing anywhere remotely safely.

[@finnishboy5923]

One of those big garbage/contractor bags

[@absitinvidia3948]

Lol my bug out bag is 70l + 10l and i dont use half of stuff they have. Butni cary 2 sleeping bags, 1 tent, 1 tarp, 1 bivy, sleeping pad and inflateble sleeping pad, pot for 2, 2 rops 7m, multi tool, few knifes, 1 hed lamp, 2 hand lamp, lantern, winter jacket, wind jacket, spare clothes. Booboo kit, and probably some mote stuff. Basicly csmping stuffn eather i alone can be comfy or i can be litlencold and take care of another person with me. And my bug out bag is primary used for camping, from stuff i have i can give shelter to 3 persons, and one would lack sleeping bag but that can use my bivy plus big isolating blanket i have. I have also bateries, spare bateries, stove, and sleeping bag sheet. I can make prety comfy camp and, and be warm without fire, and so on... I think bug out kit shoudl be backpacking gear and not thisnstupid tactical stuff. If hikers can walk and sleep for 7 day without resuplay, you should 2. Also keep all you need plus extra in car always to be ready. If earthquake hits your house or something like that, you can have all you need ready to go. All these survival bug man dont hsve stuff you need but they have bunch pf larpung stuff they dont need. Backpacking gear is all you need, you dont have to go ultra light, i would go for comfy stuff, and versitality, like tent, bivy, tarp and hammock so you can cam where ever, and always have the best shelter for oportunity, and you can take care of someone of ypur family if needed

[@1991USsoldier]

I love that. He said muhskidah. That southern accent always makes me smile.

[@High_Key]

Great videos guys. Lots of good items with multiple purposes. Mosquito net and dry bags are definitely items I’ll be adding

[@aqualust5016]

Here's my short list: ziploc bags (quarter or half gallon, for electronics, food, and general containment), plastic grocery bags (keeping things dry, water catching), wet wipes (cleaning, fire starter when they dry out), thick gardening gloves (manual work, moving coals while cooking over a fire), aluminum foil (lightweight vessel for cooking, keeping raw meat clean while prepping a meal)

[@kirneyc.thibodeaux649]

Great job on the video. Enjoyed. Charles 🪖🇺🇸❤️

[@huck6]

In my area I don't need a map I know where the water is but if your a tenderfoot you need one benchmark maps great place to learn and explore

[@cameronshilling3428]

Great info! Nobody ever mentions bug netting! I've got a 6x8 foot square of mesh i carry. Best addition to any emergency shelter during bug season. Folds down small and light, cheap to purchase as well.

[@tacitusthehistories5417]

You can also use 6' by 8' snipers veil that is camouflaged. Most sewing stores also carries fine netting. A cot misquito net is the best to wrap yourself in & can be used to seine for fish. Talk about multitasking.

[@wolfumphlett1124]

Just came across your channel. This is my first video from y'all. Good stuff right there! Couple things i dont have in my bags. Looking forward to videos yet to come. Thank you!

[@KalpeshPatel78]

I also keep a Laser light on my EDC / Bug out bag. In a group it is super easy to sometimes point out stuff. And some of those laser lights can point out for 20-40 meters.

[@Jonsmith669]

Socks is a good one can be used for a lot more than just wearing

[@bobbyhill4118]

Jakefromgeico a few pairs of them to exchange them, and the stuff you wear isn’t talked about a lot. Up here in the colder areas, having cold weather gear is just as important as having a big out bag in the first place. It’s -26 degrees outside with a wind chill of -60, and it will lower to -32 tonight.

[@biteme19671]

And extra T shirt and underwear, but having camp soap and bio wet wipes is a plus.

[@CanuckianSledCult]

It's really important to learn how to USE a map/compass as well. :) Great Vid.

[@philips.5563]

I'll never forget the naked hatred on the faces of the men around me the first night I pulled out my bug net at Ft. Drum.

[@aennaenn7468]

Thank you for inserting the image of bugs crawling under eyelids directly into my brain. I appreciate that. 🤣

[@Tsiri09]

Could have used a head net when I was homeless. Some summers, the bugs were merciless and nightmarish.

[@SENelson0313]

I so glad you said, "When I USED TO be homeless..." God is good. 🙌

[@biteme19671]

Well now they have full net suits, that are a good option to have, I have several along with the head nets, to put over a ball cap or boonie hat, then I also bought some ankle band's made of neoprene, to go over my pants cuffs or even over my wrist cuffs as well, to keep the insects out.

[@timothylongmore7325]

Good idea. And gators for ya'll down south

[@jetsjetsjets1044]

💙

[@kimpbay]

@@timothylongmore7325 for a second I was like wth do alligators have to do with it lmao

[@1CDCAVDOC]

Top Lesson: Rule of 3. But also wanted to point out that socks can have more uses, like a way to separate gear / reduce rattle, or give you a container if you have to gather food.

[@debinfashler4304]

Melt candle wax, use lint to soak it up. Water proof fire starter with improved burn duration.

[@InjunOutdoors]

Nail clippers is something I have yet to see anyone add to their kits. I keep a large one in my pack that will do finger and toe nails.

[@OutdoorSurThrival]

Definitely agree. I keep nail clippers in there as well. Also useful as scissors.

[@danielcluley870]

There is a mini SAK that has nail clippers, the scissors and tweezers now. Model 580. I keep that in my hiking first aid kit/boo-boo-kit/repair kit. Great backup.

[@codycuppes6954]

I use the scissors on my SAK for that already so I will have EDC. I dont own nail clippers.

[@MuskratJim]

Great discussion. Thumbs up on the video!

[@marythompson9276]

I got some of the wipes pellets to carry. Definitely need a dry bag for that. Awesome video.

[@dlighted8861]

Neat,neat,neat. You drew the ferro rod backwards instead of pushing the blade forward. It looks like you won't upset your tinder that way.

[@MuskratOutdoors]

I noticed that too. I've never seen it done that way and makes much more sense! If nothing else, I learned that from this video.

[@marko9912]

An item I've only ever seen once or twice in any kind of bag is a compact umbrella. Useful for all kinds of weather, concealment, turn upside down to collect water, etc. You might have to walk 30km in baking sun trying to get home, one of the most useful items you could carry is an umbrella.

[@artthemouse2795]

Excellent video... thanks for the "food for thought". A few of those items are going in my bag today.

[@sheritaa3032]

Thanks so much for the free advice!

[@williamgates2567]

Thanks for sharing, useful ideas always helpful

[@guisspino]

I bought a Spot Emergency GPS a few years back. I thinks it’s 100 or so a year but the thing works great. I do a lot of solo hiking, I press a button to update my Dad where I’m staying for the night. And there’s an emergency button to let him know I’m hurt or lost and need evacuation. I know it’s electric and can fail but it brings me peace of mind. Plus it takes AAA, like my flashlight and headlamp so that’s a plus for me

[@SENelson0313]

Up until minute 6, I thought those were tattoos on the guy on the right's head. 🙈😂 I just kept thinking, "Wow. He is not what I picture when I think of a prepper." Lol 😂

[@abelrosario2918]

Alan should get into acting, that scene with the sling and the whistle is great!!

[@JMD1965]

I keep a slingshot in every kit... Small, compact, ammo is literally ALL around you, easy to master with little practice and allows you to hunt small game

[@shyowl3453]

see I would be worried about the bands breaking

[@ironbomb6753]

What great suggestions. The bug netting is next item I'm getting. 👍🇺🇸👍🇺🇸👍

[@YolklahomaRocks]

Good list. Moleskin is another left out and very light weight item. I have them.

[@Poorcollegekidd]

Would love to get a item list to make that signal kit! Very nice!

[@judithmwake2001]

Well done guys ! Any more tips you can come up with is sorely Appreciated.

[@FatherPatriot]

I would suggest a good pair of precision tweezers to remove splinters or ticks safely

[@tacitusthehistories5417]

Carry one in my wallet. Credit card knife, pack of #2 fish hooks with 100' of 12lb line, 2 stainless steel safe pins, 2 bandaids.

[@anotherboredgenius283]

i carry a blaze orange, LS thermal t in my kit - it doubles as a thermal t, and a great signaling device, if need be. dry socks are a biggie, too!

[@ljaysperspective1775]

Good vid, I've seen so many vids and i have never, ever, seen any one prepper or edc carry vid show wool gloves...lol leather yes Wool? I appreciate the tips because you guys pointed out the servivor smoke flare. Thx again

[@2slo4you]

Diaper rash cream is another thing that should be added because of chafing. Anyone that's gotten wet and walked a bunch especially in the South understands the joys of that.

[@2slo4you]

@The Hillbilly Hiker A+D is good too. Bag Balm is another good one but not as commonly known.

[@2slo4you]

You're welcome. It should be easy to get by you then.

[@biteme19671]

They have a product called body glide I've seen, it comes in an container no bigger than deodorant stick.

[@RemoteViewr1]

Stellar reasons to stay put, dig in.

[@RemoteViewr1]

@william dohn My thoughts really dont run towards defending my house at the mailbox. Poor tactic. Rather, me and some like minded individuals as a fire team controlling approaches. I am not silly in the least.

[@RemoteViewr1]

@william dohn Demented child, I can't sleep now. You have shattered my illusions of security. Especially since you say it is so, implying violence against me. Yawn, bed time. Ya feeling aggressive? Well, are ya?

[@duncang01]

I carry florescent survey tape for signaling

[@tom_olofsson]

The fire kit in a dry bag. Great idea.

[@pauljohnbaker]

Thanks for the dry bag tip!

[@longrider42]

The thing is, a BOB, is a very regional thing. What you pack depends on where you are. I live in Wyoming, so my biggest concern if I have to leave my house is water. In the summer finding water can be difficult at best, if not impossible. As for dry bags, yes a very good idea, but I just use Hefty Slide lock freezer bags, light weight, and you get quite a few in a box, and they come in different sizes. Toilet paper has been mentioned, but I also carry Handi Wipes, very good for cleaning up after wards :) Coffee filters, are useful not only too filter the large bits out of water, but as make shift toilet paper and fire lighters. So yeah, every one has there own idea for what they need in a BOB.

[@JackedLobster]

I don't work terribly far from a nuclear reactor, so I have potassium iodide in all of my bags. Never know exactly WHY I'm gonna be trying to get home. For what it's worth, if you anticipate having to go long distances, it might pay to look into hazards like that along the way.

[@ProfessionalArmourer]

As long as you are aware that it needs to be taken BEFORE any nuclear event happens and that it only protects the thyroid, which happens to be the organ the sucks up radio active material the fastest. There are a handful of other minerals that are helpfulin protecting the body from radiation sickness but should only be taken after an event, and before contact with radiation as they mimic required minerals and will block the uptake of them as well as the radioactive materials that the body "thinks" are the minerals it uses but are in fact radioactive contaminants.You need to research these carefully, as you will also need to stok heavy doses of the actual minerals you will need to take afterwards, when the event is over, so that the body isnt starved of the minerals it needs and starts absorbing contaminants from the environment, leading to radiation caused cancers.

[@bige8949]

@@ProfessionalArmourer You seem quite knowledgeable about this, can you point me to somewhere I can do my research? Google and wikipedia are feeling kind of useless.

[@romaikadressage]

I keep a Readi mask in my purse. All the survival stuff is great but if you can't breath or see, you're a done.

[@brettlaw920]

Up your strontium. I'm curious to know if anyone knows if iodine for water purification can perform the same function as potassium iodide?

[@manofthetombs]

Good video! Many extraneous items (and ideas) that are truly useful.

[@Assorted12]

Have you ever tried popping you smoke so the plume billows into the smoke from a signal fire? It's amazing how much more dramatic that one smoke grenade can be. Try it out. Itll shock ya.

[@primalqpsurvivor3238]

Dollar store was selling masqito net camo hats,I always check dollar store first here in Cali.

[@TheBeardedOutdoorsman18]

Great video. There are a few listed that I have forgotten about packing.

[@98hundy]

A sill cock key is a good item in urban areas. It allows easy access to commercial water spigots found on most public buildings.

[@pauletteperson2620]

In South Louisiana you can hear the bugs saying want to eat him or drag him in the bushes

[@bige8949]

Where I'm from we don't even have mosquitoes or insects that can bite you, no ants either. The downside is that if you can't fish you can't eat.

[@Writerdust]

Maps are vital w compass; wrist compass (never knew that existed, headnet (already got that), signal flag (👍🏼), flares/smoke grenade (orange or purple), signal whistle, work gloves, Imodium ad (for Montezuma’s Revenge), binoculars, IR marker? (what’s this?-night vision?), signal kit, extra socks, external batteries, dry sacks (put fire kit in one-color code for various other items).

[@gorillahd9247]

@2:00 The best quote in the history of the internet!

[@johnwest4492]

Great video some of those items I never thought of I'm glad I watched this

[@matthewronsson]

Nice coverage.

[@GooRiddle]

11 Survival Tips: during the summer, packs of seeds for growing food. Grizzly bears are hard to kill, unless you have the right gun, do not shoot it, always carry bear spray, food, dogs and kids will always being bears in your camp. Snake bite kit differences between life and death. Shooting a firearm will only bring others in your camp, always save your ammo for win you really need them, and perhaps a good slingshot will do the trick. During the summer mosquito will eat you and your loved ones "a live" carry two mosquito faces nets and light gloves, ear-plugs beading frogs and bugs, the sound can drive one crazy. Books on edibles, telescopic fishing pole, and Kettle-pot boiling water and have some Pine needle tea natural Source of Vitamin C from getting the Scurvy in keeping you heathery, and one good bush-craft knife, In the winter time if you’re sleeping bag gets wet? Your dead - Titan Emergency Sleeping Bag/Thermal Bivy I would like to see you make a video of this…

[@backwoodstrails]

Snake bite kits.... are you serious? doctorross.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/bush-sp-snakebite-suction-devices-suck-emerg-med-clin-n-am.pdf

[@number4777.]

GooRiddle Another armchair survivalist hey?! They said bag, not survival truckload. Snakebite kit....lol! Go take a survival course.

[@bluepacman13]

When the bear spray runs out, then what will be your plan B?

[@mountainbearoutdoors]

I think a problem is people not adapting their bag to the environment they are in, I live in the uk and there Is always a water source just around the corner so I don't worry about that too much. it does however get cold at night and can be pretty miserable with the weather so I carry a military tarp with shock cord on the corners so I can throw up a shelter in next to no time and get out of the wet. nice video guys very thoughtfully put together.

[@defensorlibertatis9342]

3 or 4 each Benadryl, Asprin, imodium, ibuprofen, pepcid, and water purification in a small bottle with the cotton. Remember to replace every time you give any away. That cotton is a great firestarter .

[@connieehresman1171]

You can also use a cd/ old DVD to signal aswell.

[@ianmcfee5611]

Few things worse than covering distance in cheap footwear. Merino wool socks, good boots and knowing how to lace up properly will get you further with fewer blisters.

[@matthewronsson]

Absolutely. Feet are one's foundation. Never skimp on whatever comes between you and the Earth; tires, mattresses, shoes and boots...always get the best quality that you can manage.

[@bige8949]

You couldn't be more correct, it's very overlooked. I assume you know this, but for anyone reading if you start to feel that burning tingle that comes before a blister, slap a piece of duct tape on the area. There will be no more friction and no blister.

[@matthewronsson]

@@bige8949 I'm glad you stuck your foot into this discussion! :D

[@bige8949]

@@matthewronsson Well when evil is afoot you gotta chime in.

[@matthewronsson]

@@bige8949 "We must hang together or surely we will be hanged together".

[@apepex]

Signal pouch needs a whistle, when you can’t scream for help anymore you can still use your breath for the whistle.

[@spencerchandler8313]

Hard to see but the whistle is with the signal panel under the velcro strap

[@shepfc1962]

Very good points very good points I've been working and get my bags going wife don't understand it that's all right

[@romaikadressage]

We woman don't always understand but we know you guys are right :)

[@therealbigfoot3076]

If someone doesn't travel more the 5/10 miles from home then there bag will obviously be different then someone 40/50 miles..

[@jimmartin3833]

Bob items work really well with the bit's item's when yall forgot the bag in the rush for the front door to getz out into da wood's with no stealth bug in bug out bunker to bug's into cuz the stick's are just not going's to cut's it! A stealth dugout slash bunker out of sight out of mind! 😊👍