Bug Out Bag Gear List: The Ultimate Checklist

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

What do you have in your bug-out bag?

[@alancranford3398]

I use an 8-item checklist: Kit container (bag) Signal Navigation Shelter and Clothing Medical Drinking water (includes purification and containers) Tools (and any weapons not prohibited) Food (includes cooking) This is just a start. Signaling and Navigation would include some sort of artificial light. Clothing would include at least a light jacket and good shoes. Sometimes I have had to travel without a bug out bag and then assemble one from what's available at my destination, and when I "return to civilization" my bug out bag gets left behind.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

@@alancranford3398 I've been there. All of your 8 are critical and will get the job done.

[@michaeldunwoody3629]

I include perimeter alarms for detection and defense.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

@@michaeldunwoody3629 I recommend these in certain cases to particular clients. Great addition.

[@Eric-kz9bk]

Maybe I missed it but, No cash or gold/silver?

[@Apflawda]

addition to all that - 550 cord - Communication device (handheld radio) - Solar power bank - Note taking material - Dude wipes - Caffeine pills (a must 😁)

[@SurvivalistChick]

What a refreshing video. Concise! Not 5 minutes (or more!) of babbling bullsh*t., nor lengthy and obvious explanations of how to use items. Thank you!

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for your support!

[@alancranford3398]

Thanks for sharing. Some of the equipment you carry didn't exist for me back in the early sixties when--as a kid--I began carrying emergency equipment and supplies routinely. At the time, knives were not an option because little boys were not permitted to play with knives. The same thing with matches. Later, in a variety of employments (including military service) knives and flame-producing materials were often prohibited in some areas and activities. Don't want someone to bring matches to the fuel point! The most important Bug Out Bag thing is carried between my ears--my knowledge, skills and experience. Often, that's all I'm allowed to have with me. I tumbled onto the sardine-can survival kits and they were and still remain junk--for the most part. Cheap kits (under $20) mean cheap components. The high-end pocket kits can run more than $100 and they're perhaps okay for up to 72 hours duration, but probably more a morale booster than anything else. This minimal survival kit is NOT a Bug Out Bag--my father was in the Air Force (a radar tech) and pilot survival kits ranged from comprehensive seat kits (a bail-out kit that ejected with the pilot) to a pocket kit. I read of MI-9, the British wartime outfit that trained and equipped allied airmen for survival, escape and resistance. My Boy Scout days and military survival training helped a lot. In the old days, a sealed "sardine can" could be taken along in airline carry-on baggage without comment--not so much today! Even riding a bus may prohibit carrying survival gear out of "safety" concerns. Still, I've given out dozens of these little kits to co-workers and demonstrated how to use them. It's a level below the Bug Out Bag and real SERE stuff would be distributed in different locations so that not everything would be lost. On the other hand, the pocket kit is nice to have when the bugout bag is in a worksite locker or car trunk--and suddenly, your kit is gone because of theft or fire. It's not a substitute for a Bug Out Bag, just a last layer. The button compass reminded me of the Cracker Jack compass that was a plot device in the comedy, "1941," and all sorts of toy whistles used to be packed as prizes in cereal boxes or Cracker Jacks. Looking over this 22-minute video might give you ideas for your own last resort pocket kit as a back-up to your bug-out bag. outsidespirits.com/sardine-can-survival-kits-coghlans-and-whistle-creek/ Buy two, open up one and play with the contents. Or just go through your junk drawers and assemble your own kit in some sort of container. Problem--the kit contents can soon fill an entire garage. Jason Hanson's weight limits are reasonable. If you can't carry it, you'll either have to stay with your bag or you'll have to leave it behind. On the other hand, Jason Hanson's Bug Out Bag contains high-end components and with training, that kit can keep one or more people alive long enough to either reach safety or wait for rescue. I'm leaving on a road trip and I have a bug-out bag in my car, with water that bug out bag doubles in weight--but when I leave my car at rest stops and such I have a smaller pocket kit in case something happens to my car and bug out bag. One item not mentioned was proper outdoor clothing. Even in summer, having a light jacket is a good idea. A pocket poncho or even just a trash bag can keep me dry and warm (or dryer and warmer) until help arrives. Staying out of trouble (don't pick up hitch hikers, especially near prisons!) is the superior option, but stuff happens, and cell phones are likely to be taken along with wallets and car keys. Bug Out Bags require two things--"being there" when needed, and knowledge to use the contents.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Excellent detail on pocket kits. This is a critical one that I plan to cover in a future video. Pocket Kits and EDC coming soon.

[@greekveteran2715]

As a Greek with many thousands years of experience... I approve!!

[@Freedomsteeth]

I like the 10cs from Dave Canterbury with the addition of hunting fishing gear and pre made metal snare cable's. A good slingshot with arrow biscuit to use arrows with it. Some sturdy fishing lures. And a carbon fiber collapsible fishing pole. Fish first as they say

[@mollyds4528]

Just discovered your channel - I'll be binge watching a bunch. Always something new to learn, no matter how long one has been studying the subject. In our household, I'm the one who puts together the BOBs; plans the security (including discouraging and baffling would-be robbers) tactics; stocked the BOB vehicle with essential items; and planned the family meetings to discuss SHTF scenarios and where to meet up; secret passwords, and so on. It's the wife who made the bug out bag for the husband here.

[@chrisdunnettmusic]

Great suggestions, very helpful Jason

[@Mike-yl6hs]

DUDE! Just binge watched 4 bug out bag vids that just came through, GOTCHA- not 1 TOOTHBRUSH. You will NOT be liking yourself AND the people around you. GREAT VIDS BRO!!! LOVE to SEE that Sig Micro you got. Will be looking for one. m

[@dsauce223]

Having been in some not-so-great situations before, I really enjoyed this video. The medical tape and water filtration devices are two of my favorites that I will be adding. Thanks again Jason, great channel!

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Awesome! Thank you for sharing! God bless you and your family!

[@spacecoyote6646]

I like the hexamine fuel tablets used in the esbit stoves. You can use them as a fire starter or you can use one to boil water without needing any other fuel. Helpful hint keep them in the original package it will keep water and moisture out and it's likely you'll go years without needing them

[@MarilynStangl]

Or you can just use tea light candles with half a cotton ball melted in, leaving a 'stem' of cotton sticking out for ease of lighting! This gives you a 3-4 inch flame for about 30 minutes and they don't stink! You can use up to three at a time in an Esbit stove, the original folding kind!

[@ronaldrose7593]

Hello 👋 Jason, greetings from Northern California. Thank you for sharing this informative video. You're prepared for just about any emergency. The best to you and your Family. Stay safe out there. 😊

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

So nice of you!God bless you and your family Ronald

[@michaeldunwoody3629]

Ps. I love the graphics and in-lays! Cool production!!

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you. It's important to have the right team around you who can bring things to life.

[@randomgamer-st1ie]

I use paracord, a tarp, stakes, & a couple spring clamps. All I need is a single tree to tie off to & I got instant shelter.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

That's great for you! Thanks for sharing!

[@bobporch]

I really like the Kukri. When I get tired of being Bond, James; I can go off and be Jones, Indiana

[@ninjanix7288]

Got my food today brother nice black Mylar bags they come in. Great video love BOB’s oh and the Spy Briefs Tomahawk is sweet super sharp🙏🏻🥷🏻

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Great to hear. Enjoy!

[@ninjanix7288]

@@JasonHansonSpyBriefing I have to take the time and watch your dvd Carfighter oh I also love the emails great content.

[@amberdawdy688]

If you intend to plan for Med emergency, I would also include chloraprep or another sterilization method for the site, suture, gauze, and forceps at minimum. This takes very little space. Surgical site Infections can l ad to sepsis without wound care.

[@jamescash8051]

All yours are good, add: Extra ammo. Mirror. Pick set. Manicure set. Small radio. Solar USB battery. Ibuprofen. Cash. Tools. Electric tape. duct tape. zip ties. Pencil. Qtips. Wire. Flask of booze. Sewing kit. Sunglasses. Can of bug spray. Can of sunscreen. Pack of gum. Pair of socks. Underwear. Paracord. Wipes. small bible and a survival book. Probably more

[@MarilynStangl]

And a partridge and a pear tree! I think you're missing the point about keeping it lightweight! Manicure set, flask of booze, etc., really?

[@cojaxart8986]

Thanks Jason! God love you!

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

You're welcome! God bless you

[@Freedomsteeth]

I prefer sturdy gear helko tarp and I try to stay away from disposable items for bandages maybe some sturdy cloth cut into strips you can boil it and reuse it. Like a table cloth or something. And a Zippo or Tesla lighter and hand crank generator to charge it up.

[@stevenladrig9592]

You take what you got to take and leave the stuff behind I've got a hammock guitar mistakes and other things that I carry that's it

[@allanstewart758]

I really like that kukri

[@stratman103]

OMG a man who makes sense. Why does every survival video have to involve making fire in the most complicated manner possible? Pack some lighters. LOL.

[@MarilynStangl]

But do you really need five ways to do the same thing? That six-pack of lighters should last you for weeks!

[@spacecoyote6646]

So, everyone has their bug out bag. But what if you're taking your car. You know fleeing your home because a forest fire is threatening it, for example. We have a couple plastic tote boxes filled with items for an extended stay away from home. Change of clothes, toiletries, cash, batteries, and of course several bladed weapons

[@Brenda1253]

Maybe consider a packet of 550 cord (paracord) and a few bungee cords. May be in another of your bags. Loved the way the bag was well packed for on-the-spot survival. People don’t realize “EOT” for each of us might be right now, not necessarily as a world calamity. Good video!

[@Jason_The_Man]

A very good start

[@xaviergray3778]

I-50? Lol. This guy is good!

[@bsd9230]

Great ideas

[@wayneandrews1278]

Cool video ty

[@Freedomsteeth]

Battle rattle literally secure your silverware with sock's or bandana wash rag or something wash rag essential

[@metroplexchl]

Hey I love your channel and will continue to be a member. Great video btw. One thing...and just my two cents....the websites you showed for the tomahawk and knife look like the old "As Seen On TV" websites that look really gimmicky and are like the old sites where if you bought something you'd get spammed into oblivion for the next year. I'm no marketing guy, and I mean this respectfully because I want your channel to flourish. This may be the new thing, and I'm just old. 😂

[@Freedomsteeth]

There's really only two big out bags the inch bag I'm never coming home and a battle bag food water ammo, you have to assume the worst you may not be able to get home or home has been destroyed etc. So you need to be able to start life new.

[@dianemcgowan2289]

Try Bigfoot bushcraft fire plugs. Waterproof with a five minute burn tone to start fires

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thanks! God bless!

[@JC-wj3hx]

What bags are those in the clip? Im looking for one too!

[@Freedomsteeth]

I prefer some lightweight gore Tex rain gear to help stay warm and dry just be careful lots of heat injuries with gore Tex in the military

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for sharing! God bless!

[@lilcritter1776]

I live in my car and cook out of camping pots. Use stainless pots, don't use that mess kit the coating will start to flake off into your food

[@AdamAlbright-u4l]

Agreed! Titanium if you can afford it. Aluminum if you can’t. Stainless steel if weight isn’t an issue. Those coatings are terrible.

[@Freedomsteeth]

Small wind up radio in faraday pouch

[@lancepittman5066]

Is a survival tent sufficient for a bug out location that frequently rains, snows, and also has opossums and raccoons? Wouldn't a 4 season tent be worth it despite the weight and awkwardness?

[@billyunair]

What's your assessment of My Patriot Supply brand food and gear? Bought their gravity feed portable water filtration device. 10,000 gallon filter capacity per filter. I have 4. Was considering their dehydrated food for drop locations/cache. 25 year storage life under optimal temp containments. Thank you.

[@trentonfiffia8063]

What brand is the kukri

[@2besavedcom-7]

I looked a lot like a SOG. I can personally vouch for the KA-BAR having carried the same one for over 15 years and capable of chopping through a 12" trunk (plus lotsa branches) in the rain that fell across the back-roads that was blocking the entire road!

[@Kathy-vt3eo]

What do you carry for blankets or sleeping bag, toilet paper or a hat of some kind?

[@rogerjensen5277]

First, especially considering that you're in Utah where the climate is usually semi-arid, you need to carry a lot more water. 3-4 quarts per day per person! Yes, it's heavy but absolutely necessary, a water filter does you no good if there's no water around! I prefer a folding saw to a tomahawk because it's an easier and safer way to process wood and it makes a pretty fair self-defense tool, not an obvious weapon and if you've ever cut yourself with a saw, then you know what a nasty cut/tear it makes! Where's your cordage? Do your wife and kids have their own BOBs or do you think that your small BOB will work for all you! Two good knives should be enough in your pack because I'm assuming that you carry some EDC on you including a knife and lighter! You may be carrying more fire starters than you need but they are a great trade item! I would add some candles both for light and to start a fire even with wet tender! Spare socks and underwear are great for morale and foot care! I would carry a larger mess kit because it you need to boil water to process it that small pot will take forever to boil enough water to fill all your containers. A collapsible/roll up water container and large plastic sheet (or tarp) can be carried empty so you can take advantage of any water source, including rain or snow or even morning condensation! Don't you need a compass to go with that map? Exchange that crank flashlight for a crank/solar/battery powered radio/flashlight, communication/news can be very important and a headlamp is hands free, but try to use devices that all use the same size batteries and of course spares! A wide brim hat and sunglasses and/or googles for face and eye protection! A tarp is much more versatile than a tube tent which tend to be very cheap and not at all durable! I like to spread out the weight so I also have a fanny pack which lets me hide my firearm and/or gives me a belt to hang the holster from! A chest rig is handy as well to spread out the weight! I like the 2-quart military-style (or bota) canteens with slung carry pouch so again you can adjust where your weight is! A notepad, pen, sharpie and plastic bags (sandwich-size Zip-lock to protect paper) will allow you to leave notes for others. Tied at about eye level will help get them noticed!

[@ggrmc764]

And he pulls out a tomahawk. Curtain has fallen🙂 Any food and water in there, or just blades and gear? Now I'll never know 😛

[@zedhiro6131]

Paper maps are great, the problem in the digital world they are increasingly harder to come across.

[@Temosafoevi]

l am in really low budget on my bug out bag because l am 13 years old l am only one who has bug out bag in my famyly. Bcs l'm underaged l cant have blades and l cant buy survival things l'v still managed to have some medical space in it l have some bandages,sciosore,suture needle(dye), tourniqet(dye)and other things

[@dray439]

Add extra ammo for your EDC.

[@tomquirin4231]

everything i can think of and know of, yes its a man-purse for sure 1000% cool ! , LOVE your content + vids , keep em coming jason , will always support you , would love to own your knives , stilletto too , talk soon m yfriend > tom !

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for the support. Plenty of content coming soon and fast.

[@tomquirin4231]

@@JasonHansonSpyBriefing , THANK YOU , would love to talk to you thru email and phone perhaps, you let me know, marines here 93-97' , PLEASE k.i.t. , great great talks , thanks jason , > tom !

[@henryskinner1092]

I am Jason's biggest fan. I have everything from him. I love the kukri and tomahawk. The best. God Bless.

[@tomquirin4231]

@@henryskinner1092 thats real cool, only have 2 pennies to rub together here and hope + pray i can get cheap like , lol, love his emails too, you former military any ? would love to own them + the stilletto too , i have one i carry on my person BUT its not his he endorses/has ! , cool talks , have you ever met/talked to him any ? , hope to get closer to him thru email + phonecall perhaps hopefully , talk soon > tom !

[@BuckFu]

Backpacking vs. bugout vs. bushcraft. Bugout i see as more of a setup if somehow you are now a criminal and need to go in the backwoods solo. In a hypothetical “bugout” situation where people see the “shit hit the fan”, decide to leave the city to go in the middle of nowhere a bugout bag will be great for everybody to stand around and show off each others useless piles of junk. Homesteading was once a necessity for survival and probably a better skill than buying a bunch of junk that may get you through a few days.

[@Jaden48108]

Any cordage? I'm a bag guy too. Never met a bag I didn't like. I'm married with no kids and have five bags all ready to go . . . what's wrong with me?

[@andrewcbartlett]

Paper map and no compass? We were taught to map read age 11 in the scouts in the UK. I guess that's why we have the SAS!

[@dashaeleishman3168]

Do you like to save food and water

[@SurviveProtect]

How do spies stay in shape?

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

How do spies stay in shape? Bodyweight exercises. Spies usually don't have access to a fancy gym. To this day, I still do bodyweight exercises including pushups, squats, crunches, planks and pull-ups.

[@SurviveProtect]

@@JasonHansonSpyBriefing - Cardio? And can you speak on (do a video on) how to develop the trait or ability to think fast and use any and everything as an improvised weapon as well as how to develop adaptability?

[@billyunair]

Yoga and martial arts too. In addition to bodyweight exercises and calisthenics. Kickboxing and jujitsu helps me stay trim. Light is right. Be well.

[@Peter-od7op]

I dont get bug out bag. Iam staying in my house and will defend. Whykeave

[@2besavedcom-7]

Flood, earthquake, twister, tsunami, volcanic eruption, etc...

[@RR-wd1do]

NOK KNIFE $499 WAY MORE THAN I CAN AFFORD...LOL

[@elizabethgraham4928]

Ladies, don't forget tampons or pads.

[@coryhaygood6191]

Jason Hansen, can you tell me what's going on with government? Seriously.

[@MarilynStangl]

The biggest gap in your bag that I see is the (almost) lack of drinking water! Those 4oz water packets are a joke; you would need about 32 of them to have a gallon and with a wife and six kids! Perhaps you should add a sling bag just to carry bottled water, then you can refill them with your filter (or boiling)! Also, I would have at least one liter bottle for each person with their name on the bottle because if just one of the eight of you are sick and you're all drinking from the same container, soon you will all be sick! You need candles and a headlamp(hands-free). A little trick that I've used is to have a large marble-sized amount of salt and pepper in the bottom of a sandwich bag tied shut that in an emergency you (or your children) can tear open in your hand(s) and throw into an attackers eyes! Maybe an extra box (or two) of Pew Pew fuel!

[@corbingarrett1206]

Keep your go bag light, but also carry as many oversized bladed weapons as you can 🤦‍♂️

[@RBG-tr9ce]

No ass wipe? You go to have toilet paper.

[@hubster4477]

So nobody really needs a bugout bag, because who ever comes under attack by the chinese and you have to flee to the mountains with your 4 cans of chef boyrdees?🤣

[@2besavedcom-7]

Maybe you live in an area where there;s never a natural disaster? Flood, earthquake, twister, tsunami, volcanic eruption, etc...

[@hubster4477]

@@2besavedcom-7 in cases like maui fires or florida hurricanes you need a car and drive hours away, not a backpack.

[@RazorChimp]

How can you afford all of that?? You must be rich.

[@cadamham]

This may sound crazy but it’s not. Carry some methamphetamine so you can go long time without rest in an emergency. Militaries do it but dont talk about it publicly

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for sharing. God bless!

[@jeffanon1772]

Typical ridiculous "bug out bag" 🤣🤣🤣 Grossly overloaded with knives & firestarters, but nothing to wipe your butt with ot wash your hands after...in other words, doomed to failure in the REAL World....SMH