My 5 Favorite Survival Items

[@SurvivalLilly]

BIG NEWS: I have designed my own Survival Knife called “APO-1”. You can get it now at my online store: www.survivallilly.at/ Thank you so much for your support

[@formtight]

Um, that's not a knife... But A killer backpack! I have one in dark brown.

[@indianalord5046]

Survival Lilly boi😱

[@ladyhole2987]

james jones, you are the saddest fuck ive seen on youtube.

[@MrStandana]

and your the second one I've seen so don't brag about it

[@kikia2926]

Survival Lilly L

[@cvmaroster5627]

what I like about her is she actually uses her gear. you can tell by how worn it is. most people on videos showing their gear it's all brand new. they never use it. this girl does. I respect that.

[@xrayhead]

Totally agree...

[@EliteNirvana]

B. M. yeah no kiddin. ever asked ur grand pa for his knife ? and when u see it. its been sharpened so many times half the blade is gone.. lol. now thats hos u use a 🔧

[@cmcclellan9721]

B. M. AMEN!!!!!

[@charlesf6247]

When a knife outlives generations thats a knife

[@GetMeThere1]

My experience: A GOOD sleeping bag -- which has a goretex-type outer/cover -- can be a lifesaving item. It will WORK when everything else doesn't. You can't survive if you can't sleep, and you can't sleep if you can not get warm and dry.

[@TonberryShuffle]

While I'm not a fan of that particular knife I absolutely love the way you stand behind it. It's not pretty, it's not the most expensive, or even from a "great" brand (anymore), and you're not just buying it because all the other survival/bushcraft channels said it. You beat the hell out of that blade and have shown us time and time and time again that it does the job.

[@willan2451]

Mors Kochanski stated that, "The ability to sleep in the wild is of critical importance." Thank you, Lilly.

[@meileung2]

MY top 5 items are: 1. tarp with enough cordage to set up a shelter 2. sleeping bag (at least 0 C) 3. metal pot 4. survival knife 5. fire steel. They are in sequence because my knife craft is not good. I don't think I can make a lot by a knife. But at least I can make s shelter, carry water, and finally I can cut some twigs to make a fire. It all depends on the abilities to use the gear.

[@SurvivalLilly]

thats six items :D

[@seniortraveller7188]

But my poncho tarp comes with cordage. I consider it is one item. If we use Light my Fire knife, we can have both knife and fire steel. Can we consider it is also one item? There is why we need to buy multipurpose items.

[@SurvivalLilly]

no it is all seperate items. but it doesnt matter. take what you think you need!!

[@joemush2063]

my 5 items are the exact same as yours

[@ronaldlarimer]

I am 65 years old, I don't plan on going more than 4 hours from my truck anymore. I have been lost in the woods one time many years ago. here is my list close to yours but not exact.1 knife2 lighter3 water purification 4 a good emergency blanket5 stainless steel container with cup. I would add a compass but I can use my watch. The truth is I seldom carry anything but if I can get back to my truck I have everything to stay for weeks. My EDC has everything to stay for weeks other than food and I have a dozen traps and fishing equiptment to solve that. My other truck has a 24 foot camper I think I would do pretty well either way.

[@funkyprepper]

excellent choices lilly. in the uk i have slept in the woods in all weathers, even if its 29c in the day the night time temp went down to 8c - im glad i had a wool blanket. most people would really struggle outdoors without a sleeping bag to be honest. im really tempted to get a similar steel bottle too. take care sis

[@cmcclellan9721]

@funkyprepper: You should get a Nalgeen my friend. They are not only almost Indestructible, but the ring below the lip makes putting a loop "That Won't Slip Off" indispensable for lowering into a stream to get water when the steepness of the bank makes climbing down undesirable (aka, a high chance of getting feet wet). They are worth EVERY penny! I also agree with a 100% wool Blanket (queen size)! I've stayed warm in mine even when it got wet. (YEA I did a dumb thing, but I stayed warm!!)

[@Ponky2484]

Wow you are the first person to mention a sleeping bag. That is super cool and genius, and smart. You are totally right. If you are not comfortable sleeping in the wilderness you will tire more than what you are supposed to replenish.. And it's as simple as a sleeping bag. I gotta say I love your top 5 survival items. You took down all 3 essentials with 5 items. Shelter, food/water preparation, and fire making.. Nice!

[@AminJones]

Lilly, feel you on the comfort thing. One can make a mattress from tall grass with cord, made from pine roots. Simply tie together a bundle of tall dry grass at two spots leaving enough cordage to tie another bundle to it; for example, a bamboo rug. The matt can be used for added insulation, roofing, or kindle.

[@sandwich6286]

My #1 survival item would probably be Lilly.

[@jthompson2077]

+Sand Wich Roger that!

[@Detman101]

+alpha numeric ROFL!!

[@CampfireSteveOutdoors]

+alpha numeric She appears to be getting stronger. Noticed her arms are showing more definition and size lately. Perhaps her fame has allowed her to hire Ahnold as a personal trainer :D

[@coordeiro]

+Campfire Steve Awesome observation!!!

[@E.lectricityNorth]

+Sand Wich Bingo!

[@randipeters3412]

Lilly, you are a boost of confidence in a survival situation. I hike, bike, kayak, snowshoe with ladies (average age 67) your survival tips have helped our group. Thank you for all your videos. Someday it would be nice to camp and chat.

[@azclaimjumper]

Your #1 survival item, Lilly, is your BRAIN Butane lighters won't light if the fuel temperature is less than 50 degrees Fahrenheit Your Stainless Steel bottle can easily be cleaned by filling it with hot water, dropping a couple of Efferdent tablets in the water & letting it sit overnight; then simply rinse. Efferdent is the tablets people use to clean their false teeth. I've used these tablets in my Stanley coffee thermos bottle for decades, the inside stainless steel still looks like new.

[@marodriguezsr]

Hello Lilly, my compliments on the success of your channel. If I could only take "5" items then my favorite "5" take along items would be 1. A sturdy knife 2. A wool blanket 3. A tarp 4. A ferro rod & 5. A stainless container with a lid. Thanks again for another great video best of luck to you and keep enjoying the great out of doors. .

[@cmcclellan9721]

The only thing I would differ on Lilly, would be the sleeping bag. I would use a wool blanket (Queen size, preferably) for the reason that, if your sleeping bag got wet-not good, whereas if the wool blanket got wet, your still gonna be able to stay warmer than a wet sleeping bag. And I always have a bible, no matter what (MY preference). IMO.

[@fffreddie]

As for a Bible it depends on your eyes. I would have one with large print now.

[@1234olegas]

I like what you said about the sleeping bag. It is an underrated item that people tend to forget until they realize it is too cold to sleep.

[@windhamcabin]

I enjoyed listening to your reason for picking a sleep system over cordage. You can't beat a good night's sleep!

[@pk13910]

+alpha numeric Primaloft is a good synthetic filler and very close to down. Mountain Hardwear's Thermal.Q insulation is good too. They are also making water resistant down now. $$$ www.backcountry.com/explore/what-exactly-is-water-resistant-down-insulation

[@BlazingFerret]

+Windham Woodcraft A good sleeping bag/system, plus adequate tarps, is one of the most important things you can pack. However, instantly available cordage (paracord, for example) is also critical in case of sudden rain/snow, when quick shelter is all-important. I would also never be without at least a small AA-battery flashlight & a spare battery or two, in case I had to quickly sort out a shelter when rain starts at midnight.

[@davidw.girardin3247]

Lilly: As always, this is a great video. It is well though out and stimulating. You asked to list what I'd take if only allowed five (5) items, or my five (5) favorite survival items. Using the priorities list from Reggie Bennett (Mountain Shepherd Wilderness Training, Catawba, Va) I would take / select: 1. Shelter = Rain poncho. It is multi-purpose; a poncho in the rain and tarp like shelter. 2. Shelter = Poncho liner. The poncho liner can be used as a sleeping bag and as a liner for the poncho. 3. Fire / Positive Mental Attitude / Signaling = 'Light my Fire' steel. It can be used from ~12,000 strikes. 4. My early 1950s K-Bar knife. Used for cutting, chopping, carving, etc. 5. Water / Cooking collected food = Nalgene 32oz. stainless steel bottle. The only thing not covered in this list is 1st Aid. But with that said, I could probably tear a strip of the poncho liner for a bandage. Blessings always, david+

[@Lars1540]

Lilly, do you have a video on how you set up your tarp with no cordage? If not, could you please do one? I would like to see how you do your set up! Thanks! Keep up the great work!

[@Lars1540]

Cool! What is the title?

[@Lars1540]

Thanks Lilly! =)

[@kamelsr]

she used nails. but there is two videos one last year when she first made the shelter and one just a few weeks ago.

[@wayloneastwood3931]

bootlaces

[@repeatdefender6032]

Very good point about the cordage. As a person from another place that gets VERY cold in the winter (Michigan, USA) I can agree, it is much more important to stay warm and make cordage on your own. Once I figured out the best ways to stay warm I actually began to enjoy winter camping more than summer camping.

[@Woodenarrows]

Good points Lilly... One thing to mention about a lighter is that it will dry out damp tender that just won't ignite with a firesteel. I carry both myself, I'm just over cautious when it comes to having the means to make fire :-)

[@BlazingFerret]

+Woodenarrows Lighters are by far the best option, but any brand of disposable other than Bic can be dangerous to rely on. Many of the cheap Asian clones will fail within a dozen or so lights, whereas I have NEVER had a Bic fail to light several thousand cigarettes before it runs out of fuel. And even when it runs dry, there is still at least a quarter-inch of flint left, so you can use it to light dry tinder, or salvage the flint to use in your Zippo.

[@Woodenarrows]

+Alan Wasner I buy Scripto brand, also known as Calico. The main reason I purchase that brand is because all their cases are see-through so you can monitor the remaining fuel level. I carry one EDC and also keep them in my outdoor supply. I've never had one break or refuse to work for me as long as there was still fuel in them.

[@jduff59]

"A wise man always has more than one way to start a fire" -Socrates 43 B.C. Nah, but it's wisdom anyways.

[@todop]

zippos dry out you need to refill them from time to time. if you can find clipper get a clipper the flint part is removable and almost like the american spark lite firestarter (a bit smaller and not that comfortable but it works)

[@cmcclellan9721]

@Alan Wasner; Zippos can evaporate fuel unless you line the inner case with a rubber strip. You CAN start a fire with an empty bic lighter, (There are videos on that) and a 5x or (preferably) a 7x magnifying lens is indispensable. I go for the 7x lens first if I have the light.

[@mattsbrute]

I completely agree with you and love you choices. Nothing can replace a good nights sleep in the bush. Where I live there are vines everywhere that you can swing from like Tarzan and very flexible. Perfect cordage. Thanks for the video.

[@itscork]

MY FIVE ESSENTIAL SURVIVAL ITEMS: 1). House 2). Truck 3). Stocked refrigerator 4). Big screen tv, Netflix, Internet 5). Meh, I'm good with four.

[@princesswearshikingboots4479]

Great video, thanks. My 5 favs: 1.Tarp pocho 2. Foil blanket 3. Sat Nav for remote areas e.g. Far North Scotland 4. First aid kit (& ability to use it) 5. Map and compass (incl. exit strategy) & ability to use them Agree a good sleeping bag, and fire steel, are essential for cold climate hiking. I carry waterproof matches too. Emergency energy-dense food should also be mentioned (you may not be in a position to hunt or gather). Another essential is to let somebody know where you are going, and when you are expected back so they can raise the alarm if things go pear-shaped:)

[@fireinc.4436]

There's a lot of controversy when it comes to survival items. My thought is use what works for you. Some of these comments don't understand that.

[@MacheteBushcraftAustralia]

Two thumbs up Lilly! Getting a good nights sleep is something I have felt is important. Everything is much harder when you have slept rough for a few nights. The Stainless steel Nalgene bottles are a great find! I'm adding them to the list.

[@bwillan]

I agree that cordage can be made from natural materials. The time and effort to make any significant amount of natural cordage, in my opinion, is outweighed by carrying some man made cordage with you.

[@funkyprepper]

i understand what you say but this is a 5 item video - what would you get rid of to replace with your cord?

[@bwillan]

funkyprepper The sleeping bag. If I have a tarp, cordage and a means to make a fire, then I don't need a sleeping bag to keep myself warm.

[@bwillan]

***** I agree Dave, I am lazy too. I would take a sleeping bag. However this was video about a 5 item list. Me I would take the 5 C's Dave Canterbury talks about. Cutting Tool, Combustion Device, Container, Cover and Cordage. I am sure you know there are ways to build a fire such that it will burn many hours or even all night if need be.

[@decyrano]

+funkyprepper what is so sacred about the number 5? I guarantee the forest ranger will not cite you, even if you have Fifty items

[@decyrano]

+alpha numeric ok, then all of those zealots can get by, on those bare minimums, just so they can comply with... whoever that is, and I'll take whatever makes practical sense in pairs if I so choose. We are not shaving skunks, here... Ounces are for those who are looking to find the absolute limits. I expect to be carrying microsd cards, solar cells, and mp3s. Shielded from EMPs if necessary. Look me up if you tire of minimalism, and crave a little Fogelberg, Boston, or Celine Dione, etc. I will take the measures required to retain them intact, along with the minidiscs, bluray players, and toughbooks to enjoy their playback.

[@KaDaJxClonE]

Knife, bow, firesteel, backpack to carry stuff, and tarp for improvised shelter

[@DeeegerD]

Survival Item # 1 - Winnebago ;)

[@JEMCochran49]

yep

[@robertanderson2285]

I agree, Lilly. Too much emphasis is given to paracord. It's nice to have, to help set up your tarp, but in really cold weather, I'd rather stay warm at night. It does no good to have cordage, if you die of hypothermia before morning. Even when cordage is needed, paracord could be replaced by good tarred bank line. Takes up less space, and is almost as strong as 550 cord, and can be used to make snares, for procuring food. Wrap 30 meters of bank line around your match safe, and it takes up almost no room.

[@sibbo_playz9811]

You are my favourite you tuber you have help me to do things I have never done before. Thank you for making videos and keep making awesome videos

[@SurvivalLilly]

cool :)

[@ghanaboyz]

She is from Austria.

[@bisonhappenstance]

Why do you think that's okay to say?

[@francischevalier821]

+Jeremy Briggs because he's a troll.

[@driver3899]

Thanks for another very interesting video! My top 5 things for going into Australian bush lands are: 1. Large see through transpiration bag. Preferably 2 of them. -put them on branches or fill them with vegetation to get the moisture out of them, relocate / refill them every 4 hours to maximize output. -put filtered water inside and leave in the sun so UV rays can purify water. -get inside and use as a bivi bag if it gets too cold/wet/windy. -lay it in a depression in the ground to collect rain water. -trap air inside and turn into a flotation device. -put your clothing / equipment in to keep dry while river crossing. 2.One person insect net. -sleep insect free (not to be under estimated in some environments). -in winter, fill with dried grass and use as a sleeping bag. -add dried grasses and string up like a tarp to create much needed shade in summer. -make a net to trap fish or string between trees to catch birds. -add sand / charcoal to make a crude water filter. -cut strips to use as an improvised pressure bandage for snake bite. 3. Light my fire, fire striker. agreed, its the best all around fire maker around. 4. 100m Roll of 2mm Hoochie cord. make shelters, snares, netting, ect. You could probably even weave a hammock or a short rope if you really had too. 5. Leatherman multi-tool. all the basic tools and knives ect but with really good pliers which is handy because you always find bits of wire from cattle or sheep fencing when you wonder through the outback. Nothing to boil water in or water bottle on my list which would be the next thing (that stainless Nalgene is a fantastic bottle) but if I can only pick 5 things then I will leave it off because you can always find cans and plastic water bottles basically any place you go.

[@benw5864]

My items would be a knife a fire steel sleeping bag a dog and tarp

[@benw5864]

Or swap on for water purifier

[@kinasoad]

In Brazil: 1. Machete, 2. Water steel container, 3. Paracord, 4.flint and steel, 5. "Rede"( it's a ancient item used to sleep suspended and security) the ground have many ant's like "tocandira" If your Bite its to dangerous equal a .22 shot, and have many snakes like a "jararaca" ... It's Very dangerous sleep in the ground. The Natives never sleep on this. (Sorry my poor english, the School in Brazil no have quality to learn others languages.

[@HowToSurviveTV]

very good choices you made`!

[@rudyo8409]

A spool of bank line is small and light weight . Also has many uses ....

[@migtrewornan8085]

Item 1: Survival Lilly

[@Pomiferous]

I'm thinking Survival Lilly may be the ultimate catch also.Then again, I am old and close to senile so weed and papers may have to do.

[@greedygringoprospecting6941]

when you make a feather stick use a piece of 100% cotton at the base of the curls strike the ferro rod on the cotton the cotton all fluffed up catches sparks great easy way to make fire

[@dirtpatcheaven]

Another girl! So excited to see your videos!

[@oswaldburga9836]

Lilly U R the best of all. The camera work is great and so is your narrating. keep up the work meine liebe Fraulein, Du bist so wunderschon

[@jaesantiago8622]

have you ever thought of going on the show "alone"?

[@arockerfan2505]

Ignore him, Liily. A jealous turd.

[@paolaserranosantos]

If you're as nearsighted as Lilly is, you'd better consider your GLASSES as an important survival item!

[@jduff59]

Paolo, you nailed it! Extra glasses are rarely mentioned in survival or SHTF kits. If you're eyesight depends on glasses, you are 100% FUBAR without an extra paid (or two). Thank you!

[@NebulousCat]

Thermoregulate, hydrate and communicate.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

You make a good argument for the sleeping bag. I think I would choose a synthetic bag over a down bag for survival. A little more weight and volume but better in damp conditions. Thanks for posting

[@jessieray3571]

some people can be idiots, good job girl! the people making the dumb comments will be the ones begging us for help and advice when S.H.T.F

[@spongebobsquarepants8403]

What does S.H.T.F mean

[@qzetu]

(1) Stainless container (2) fixed blade (3) fire rod (4) one man tent (5) sleeping bag There are a lot of ways to make cordage in the wild. Especially here in Arizona, so there really isn't a concern for that. If I really need some cord bad, I could simply cut the bottom brim of my shirt, which will give me about 2 1/2 feet more or less. I usually wear an under shirt so I have plenty to work with. I would use this set up if I was only thinking for myself. However, if I was thinking about a family, it would be a lot different because I would need to think about sheltering more than one person. In fact, that is a reality for a lot of people who have families. In that case, I would change up the last two with a tarp for #4 and a bug net for #5. The reason I would do that is because I can create a much larger shelter. There are a lot of ways to make tarp shelters without having to use cordage. A 12x10 tarp will be big enough for three or more people. If I can manage to make enough cord, I can make a lot of other shelters as well, that will give me the ability to fit at least one more person in. The bug net is important because it will keep snakes, spider and all kinds of other dangerous things out of my sleeping area and in so I can get some good sleep. I understand that I could simply go with a larger tent, and then add another item, but than I would have to carry something that is much heavier. In my experience, going light is very important. After a day, the weight can really bare on a person, and when it is 115 degrees here is Arizona, it feels a lot heavier. I want to be light but yet have a sufficient shelter. Id also add a light ground cover into my shelter. If it's cold I can make a enclosed shelter and we can use our body heat to stay warm. If it is hot, we can open up the shelter and sleep on the ground, using our packs as pillows. Thanks for the video.

[@iyhgtyea8028]

1. weed 2. papers 3. tobacco 4. lighter 5. emergency supply of weed

[@brentlsturgeon]

+iyh gtyea You and I think alike. Maybe pack some seeds too

[@flynnsills1175]

yeah 420 no oh god no nooooooooooo

[@brentlsturgeon]

oh yeah!

[@markrainford1219]

+Brent Sturgeon Now that's forward planning lol.

[@noname-wc7tf]

oh wait what about the whiskey (how u can survive without alcohol) who do u think u are bear grylls ??

[@southpawbushcraft7522]

Great choices Lilly. I love that tarp you use, and the Cold Steel knife. I agree about the sleeping bag over cordage, for the exact reason you said, cordage can be made all over. People are always talking about paracord, its great, but its also heavy to carry and takes up a lot of space. I'd grab that sleeping bag as well all day long. Nice job! ~Dawn

[@phrankus2009]

AND *THIS*, LILLY is precisely why I think it is MUCH more pertinent to choose our kit (items) according to WEIGHT LIMITS, RATHER THAN BY SOME INTEGER SUM (NUMBER) OF ITEMS ... How much WEIGHT (or space) would adding 100 feet of bank-line (catfish line) "cost" you ?? ... Another way to illustrate this is, "HOW MANY ITEMS can you fit into a 1/2 pound (or a one pound) ALTOIDS KIT ? " ... Answer? ... Dozens of useful items can fit into a tiny, one-pound kit. ... So WHY, WHY, WHY do ALL of the Bushcraft and Survival Community CONTINUE to "harp on" THREE ITEMS or FIVE ITEMS or eve n TEN ITEMS ??? !!! ... SILLY ! ... WHY NOT just call it 12 KILOGRAMS of gear (Plus FOOD and WATER) ? HUH ?

[@moorshound3243]

+phrankus2009 how about 25 kgs of gear?

[@phrankus2009]

+Moors Hound Well, if you are SUCH A STUD, then go right ahead ... The weight limit is governed by your fitness and endurance and the terrain and how far you must hike and the average speed (miles per day) that your "mission" scenario requires. ... Personally? ... I am old and out of shape and my local terrain is steep ridges and canyons (as far as the eye can see) ... It is also very hot and water sources are scarce ... So ... I want to remain light enough to climb steeper grades and to carry plenty of water and food. ... Just my personal assessment ... Do your thing but I would recommend a conservative estimate of your own vitality and endurance. ... Best of all is to cache food and heavier gear at your destination.

[@moorshound3243]

Chill out crazy person, I was just messing. Peace..

[@moorshound3243]

***** Yep your spot on!

[@sacredstoneproductions5771]

+phrankus2009 Yo! phrankus do it your way bro. If Lilly wants 5 items then that's cool with me. If you want 12 Kilograms that's cool with me. I just fill my back pack and cargo pants with what I might need for any outdoor pursuit.

[@d-op1502]

to those wondering about knives. a comment was posted incorrectly. the higher the carbon the more brittle a knife is. the higher carbon also aids in edge retention (staying sharp). all steel will rust but generous amounts of oil or animal fat or similar will help fight off rusty finger prints.

[@truebornsonofliberty554]

Number 1 item for survival/SHTF is my AR15 in 300blk. Provides security, defense, hunting etc. if we are talking about, survival because the electricity went off or your car broke down on the side of the road, well, that's different. But in WROL, my rifle is item number 1.

[@stauffap]

I'm pretty sure you can make a sleeping bag, but it takes a bit longer. For the filling you'd need a lot of dried nettles(easily available in winter and spring), then you'd need to pound and grind the dried nettle fibres with a stone. This gives us a very fluffy substance with good thermal insulation properties. Then you'd probably have to spin yarn and weave cloth or find something to put the nettle-fluff into. Doable, but time consuming.

[@hansedavion2844]

again a throughly logical view, espically the fire starting equipment, different items mean different usage, we are all individuals, from different countries but as yard stick Lilly covers nearly all the European country's, including the extremes of cold and hot seasons, so thank you Lilly for a great personal invite to your choices.

[@managerrev3776]

I would take 1) tops Tahoma field knife 2) six inch ferro rod 3) stainless steel bottle 4) spool of bank line 5) takedown bow. I figure I can handle most situations and mcgyver other things in the woods.

[@mikedebell2242]

Yea. without a sleeping bag you have to pile debise on top of yourself if it's really cold. The knife is number one. You can make almost anything with it you're going to need. It's far better than wacking stones, but that works too.

[@RobertFireLionBlueHawkWinkler]

My 5 favorite items: 1-L.T. Wright GNS knife (saber grind) 2-Heavy duty ferro rod (from Ghostofthewoodsal) 3-Snow Peak 700 cook pot 4-SAK hiker knife 5-Paracord. I am an urban dweller so shelter is not necessary because there are plenty of empty houses and other covered areas.

[@RobertFireLionBlueHawkWinkler]

I disagree, when the SHTF, everybody will be buggin' out. The highways will be a mess, people will run off in a panic, and the outskirts will be a killing zone. I plan on hunkerin' down in my well stocked, reinforced basement bunker. I will venture out under cover of darkness with my son and grandsons to forage and assess the situation. We are all adept at urban survival, we have taken stock of every garden, every store, every home, and every road within a 3 mile radius. I think I'd feel safer just stayin' where I'm at.

[@charleslarson3152]

+Robert “FireLion BlueHawk” Winkler I agree with you. I live on the edge of an urban environment.5 miles to open wilderness. But I also plan to "bug in" and await events. Yes, I have bug out packs, ready to roll, and a full size 4WD. But I have stored food that does not require water or heat to eat, med's, and water filters, which would be used with my in ground 7000 gallon swimming pool plus bottled water...weapons, ammo,...etc. If we suffer an economic collapse, even if it only lasts a few months, the sheep are gonna turn rabid in just a few days. And the last thing I desire is to be is out there with them. Of course if a bio/chem weapon is the source of the threat, one must be ready to roll!!

[@yellowdeer7163]

+Charles Larson Agree 100% . Look at what happened in Louisiana. Full blown panic and no help. Rape, murder, looting. That should bring it home for everyone. Be prepared, or suffer the consequences.

[@toniespiritu8884]

+elpasokid 53 ..My MP5 with retractable stock will be top on the list

[@wademessina7522]

In response to some of the responses, think in terms of keeping kits in stages. The items on this post are easily carried anytime- anywhere. I have a kit with what I call, (ultimate Scenario). It has everything that I think I would need in a long term going to live in the forest for years plan. Then in the car I carry a knife, fire starting, a small water purification and powdered calories and electrolytes. in my bag,(work) an additional knife and kit along with a snub-nose 357. If the SHTF, you don't know where you are going to be. There are so many variables and dependent events. If you are lucky enough to be sitting in the living room, than grab the ultimate scenario, if not, have the minimum to get by for a while. I can make a shelter out of the upholstery of a car if I have to, ( not to mention the car itself). I think people over plan sometimes, and perhaps should train themselves to use what ever is at hand. Don't forget to think of the possibility of being smack in the middle of a city, as knowing how to build a shelter on a fire escape, or other spots may be necessary. Additionally, your medical and physical issues come to play. The sudden modification in diet may trigger blood sugar issues, learn to find things that the body can use quickly. Learn to find electrolytes in nature, salts and potassium deficiencies can cause cardiac issues and shut the body down. Physical fitness is another, (especially in the US), cut out the junk food, and prep the body now, then the natural diet will cause fewer issues. In practice we went to Oregon and discovered that a diet of nature, while good for us caused a change in digestion, and dehydration can occur even when you have plenty of water. Just some thoughts....

[@kempoguy7597]

Wie geht es Ihnen, Lilly. Ich komme aus Amerika. I agree with you on a good knife, being from America I would choose a Randall or a Bowie. A large stainless steel jar would also be a must, you can cook in it or purify and carry water in it. I would, though, pick a cord. My choice would be a thin metal wire that I may use to fasten things or use as a snare. I would leave out the tarp, if I only had 5 choices, and pick a sleeping bag. My surroundings would be used to make a tarp/shelter....love your videos.

[@rbarbour64]

To go with my fire steel would be as much Vaseline soaked cottonballs I can carry. For a person that has to go to potty during the night, a sleeping bag would not be good. I go with wool blankets to cover with and a sleep system to lay on. Love your camp site. I might make me one like yours soon. When a real SHTF happens, you will need all you can get.

[@gunterpatee4963]

You got a point Lilly. Only instead of a confining sleeping bag I'd go with a down top quilt. MUCH more flexible than a mummy bag, you get more bang for the buck too. Check out EnlightenedEquipment sometime.

[@TheDantheman121]

so you're surviving in the woods, and you find yourself at a cliff side, or a ravine. how do you get down with your sleeping bag. you can dig a small slit trench, build a fire inside a u shaped wall of rocks aim it at your slit trench. lay bedding in the trench and find bedding to go over top (nature's sleeping blanket) but cordage(550 paracord or better) is a must have because of the statistical likely hood of its use.

[@dajoker51]

I am 100% with you on the sleeping bag. I did a backpacking trip, just a one night overnight with some friends in early April a few years ago up off the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina USA and it was cold (about 4 degrees C). During the hike it started to rain. We were at about 6000 feet elevation. I had a rain poncho but my pants were not waterproof and they got wet. I did not have a change of clothes but thankfully I had a dry tent and a good warm sleeping bag. Couldn't build a fire, it was raining too hard outside. Without that sleeping bag I'd have been in trouble.

[@SpiritForest]

1. Knife 2. fire rod 3. Tarp 4. Sleeping bag 5. water container. (very close to your list... ) Enjoy watching your videos.

[@nickhuard8028]

we LOVE your show!! When we go in the bush, we down load "Survival shows"; after a long day on the trap line we hunker down by the wood stove under the canvas (yes we carry a collapsable wood stove, 3 months in the bush in winter at -30, ) we honker down for a good bush diner and watch the survival shows , what a laugh at the ways they complicate there lives. You have the most realistic show we do occasionally learn stuff; you don't go out to conquer nature but to harmonise with it . I'll try to send you photos by face book .

[@bigoncamping1609]

Lilly, I really like what you are doing!!!! I am posting this in agreement with Sir Vival and phrankus2009.....cordage is important! String plus a tarp equals one quick shelter. As phrankus2009 stated, WEIGHT is a more important consideration than the number of items. In my younger days, I was into wilderness camping....paddle, portage, paddle, portage, camp. Repeat every day thereafter. Minimum, one week at a time, usually two weeks and even three weeks a few times. Thankfully, all I had to carry was the canoe, my gear, food and a litre of water. Water replenished from lakes and streams...boiled for ten minutes. On one trip, it rained for six days solid....after four days, even with my poncho, I had NO dry clothing. With string and a closed-in tarp, my naphtha cook stove burning safely overnight, I had dry clothes (sorta) the next day. As an aside...for food, I liked crushed corn flakes and Cheerios, instant rice, dehydrated fruits and vegetables and TVP (texturized vegetable protein) available in health food stores. In advance, I also liked to do up a huge batch of refried beans and dry it to carry in powder form...gotta pay attention to protein!!! I also packed seasoning, especially garlic powder. to keep things interesting. I avoided processed food and anything with octosyllabic ingredients...don't need those additives when I'm using up my energy.

[@lexboegen]

The choices are influenced by the environment you'll be in. A sleeping bag would be less critical for me in a sub-tropical environment, but a camping hammock with a bug net would be better for me. I also think a quality first aid kit would be an essential item too.

[@k3wal46]

I would be torn between the tarp and the sleeping bag. One would need to stay home. As an amateur radio operator, item number five would have to be my Baofeng UV5RA handheld 2meter radio. I would consider it the 6th C. Communication would be very important. If in a good high unobstructed position, you can communicate in simplex operation up to 30 miles (50k) distant and perhaps more. At $25 USD and the $15 USD radio examination fee to become a Ham, this is something that would most certainly make the trip. Great video, Lilly. Just found the channel and have greatly enjoyed watching the videos. They are giving me some ideas to try out on my own. Many thanks.

[@davedoyle4618]

I have a jack pyke multi tool, i have a way of making fire from natural sources but i would have a fire iron for ease. A survival bag i would say is essential as if it rains and your sleeping bag is wet is rendered pretty useless especially in winter and its an extra layer of insulation as it creates and air quilt between the plastic and the sleeping bad so i would say you could get away with subzero temperatures. Id take fishing wire 10lb being the minimum with barbed hooks.

[@jerrybobteasdale]

1. appropriate clothing: boots, jacket, hat. 2a. cell phone and battery recharger( but I don't think that's in the spirit of the challenge.). 2b. A Leatherman with saw. 3. Stainless steel canteen full of water...… 4. ferro rod. 5. Sturdy fixed blade knife...… A light tarp, or big poncho. And the next choices would really depend on where I am, and the season. You're right about the sleeping bag. It might be one more container of water. I live in a dry area. Very few creeks and ponds. The next item might be a small shovel if really alone in the plains or desert. Maybe a saw, or small axe in a forest, or a machete in a river delta. If I'm potentially lost, with no view of the horizon or sky, a compass would be earlier on list. ? I know that's more than 5.

[@denniskwandt556]

knife, fire steel, container, tarp, right on as for sleeping bag you might be right, great argument for it. plus it makes things simply more comfortable.

[@OutdoorEnthusist]

Waidmannsheil Lilly, I enjoyed your video. Not that I completely agree with all your choices. I agree Ferrocerium Rods are a great advantage, under 0 Celsius a Bic lighter will not last long if it works at all. Cordage is do able made from all natural materials, but that is problematic in winter. If one is truly lost or stranded in the wilderness they will need access to cordage with them. Just my two cents. I like your videos and we love the dog.

[@benfranklin2450]

my number one is a companion . We tend to break down quickly without companionship and encouragement . Solo survival is possible but not preferable .

[@shawnr771]

Fire steels are great. Matches and Lighters are lightweight do not take up too much space. If I only had room for 5 items I would take the fire steel but if I have access to a pack there will be at least 3 different mechanical ways to build fire. Not to mention making a bow drill. The four basic things you need are food water shelter fire. Shelters can be improvised. Food can be hunted or gathered. Water has to be collected and filtered/purified. Fire has to be made. All your tools can be improvised but this takes time and energy. Energy requires you have food to sustain yourself. You will burn through a lot of calories in a real survival situation very quickly.

[@BradSaintGeorge]

3:10 I would go for all three, firesteel, lighter and matches. All have their benefits and take up little room. As an example, if everything is wet and you are huddled under a tarp, you can light a candle or lantern with a lighter/matches right away. Lilly, I love your videos and your dog : )

[@Billy123bobzzz]

+Brad Saint George I agree, they are so small and lightweight that I have a firesteel and a waterproof match case (with strike anywhere matches) just in case something happens to the firesteel or there is an opportunity to help someone else out.

[@iDYPilms]

1) Fixed Blade High Carbon Steel Knife; SRK seems to be at the top and a folding pocket knife. 2) Fire (Ferro) Rod, or anything to make fire many times. 3) Stainless Steel Water Container to boil water and possible cook food in. 4) Tarp 5) Wool Blanket 6) Cordage (50"-100") I can make a bow. 7) Machete/Axe weapon and to chop down larger wood. 8) 50' Climbing/Repelling Rope. 9) Anti-Biotics/Nature Medical book 10) Compass.... its easier. an expresso maker...? lol

[@jasonmarks1481]

Miss Lilly, Very good Job.., I have always found yours and Taro's videos quite informative and inspiring as you not only explain your choices and what you do but also neither of you are beyond staying a night out in nature because you are confident in your skills...Well done My Lady

[@rythymroach]

Hey another subject, I use REI old school late 70 s model external frame backpacks, I find them all to be much lighter than today's variety, got one that weighs in just 24 oz, and it's a 60 liter beast when filled up, of course I attach stuff all over outside it! Got this one for 13.50 on eBay! Just like to say I have found a lot of good old school things like wool hunting pants , wool,shirts on eBay for decent prices, and some very vintage and appealing to folks who know the value of WOOL!! Cheers!

[@starman2671]

one thing not often mentioned is a hammock. there are many camp style hammocks for overnight trips , I think the ones made of woven mesh gives you usable cordage if you need it. Also, it gives you more time on your first day not having to construct a raised bed. A hammock makes it a little harder for insects, snakes scorpions, etc to reach you, and allows warm air from your fire to reach under you, or cool air in summer.

[@thomasjefferson1457]

I'm loving your video's This was spot on. Great knife, just the right size. big enough to chop and small enough to do those little camp chores. Your shelter is light weight but adequate. The fire starter is excellent and last almost forever. The water canteen your using can double as something to cook with and is indestructible. Since you limited yourself to 5 items the sleeping bag was essential. But the next item to me would be nylon string. Small and strong and weights only ounces. Cordage opens up a whole new level of living from fishing to making traps for small animals.

[@unclemikeb]

One item you might consider adding would be a cable saw. It can cut branches faster and with less expended energy than chopping. They are so small they don't take up any considerable room and they are very light in weight. So that would make six but it is so small as to be negligible.

[@lonewarrior9992]

My five would have to be a medium sized very sturdy machete, Ferro rod, tarp, vessel for cooking food and water, and yeah a sleeping bag, so not too different from what you listed. I guess on thw bladd option I like something big enough and with enough heft to handle larger tasks, and on the steel container I want it to be able to cook my food inside and or boil and store water.

[@francischevalier821]

Lily, I love the way you showed your knife. it showed JAPAN proudly. many people think that anything that comes from japan is crap. and i must say that some things that come from japan are of inferior quality. however, knives are not among them. japanese steel is among the finest steels in the world. the japanese have been making blade steel for THOUSANDS of years. im 60 and i have many hunting and camp knives. USA made.... Solingen.... Sweden.... Brazil.... even Canada. but my go to blade is from Japan.

[@jduff59]

Yeah, those Japanese sure make crap, for example those crappy kitana swords....lol

[@Jacob-W-5570]

I agree on your top 5, I'm out a lot in autumn/spring/winter. and I'm quite a bit North of you, it gets dark sooner then I'm done cooking most of the time. And relocating your sleeping place in a dark wood without a light is a real struggle (yes I speak from experience) So I'll have a light (petzl head LED) and rain clothes/cape in that list too. but I don't know what to exclude to make it 5.

[@elliottmazur143]

I've told my friends, let your sleeping bag take up more room in your pack for a colder-rated bag, that's less work you have to do on your shelter (assuming your shelter is something makeshift, not a tent)

[@samuelhuber3765]

Lilly i get my lighter working even when it is wet even when i got right out of the water. You are in a Mountainous terrain the stell is just fine but if your hands get cold (really cold, mountain cold) it is qute hard to light something with your steel. I`ve crashed trough the snow while boarding and landed in a creek (which was hidden underneath. i cooled down so fast that by the time i got out i could bareley grab my lighter, the striker would be impossible so a good rule is to always carry a lighter. if it is wet swing it around and blow into it and then use it. there is no way more efficient to create fire. not that the steel is a bad choice but at best you have both and the lighter is a livesaver.

[@mattparrinello7677]

my five favorites are: my tops kukri, lawson hammock tent, fire steel, water treatment tabs, and my canteen.

[@JZilla69]

about the sleeping bag.. 43 degrees f isn't very cold, it usually gets below that at night. sleeping bags are nice but there more of a luxury. may I suggest a thermal blanket instead and a good poncho is very useful..

[@JZilla69]

I meant they're not there

[@deuceman06]

Lilly, just a thought, you could combine the sleeping bag and tarp into one item by buying a bivy sack. May save some weight and give you room to add another item to your 5 item list too!

[@j3emt]

I agree with you about finding natural cordage and opting for the sleeping bag or in my case a wool blanket. I love your channel please keep up the good work. Your videos are so interesting and you have a pleasant attitude. Thank you!!!

[@johngayley2588]

hi lilly, great video. my 5 favorite items are my becker bk10 knife, snugpak poncho, usgi magnesium block fire starter, pathfinder canteen kit, and finally my hultafors classic axe. cheers and keep doing the great videos.

[@drgregory9236]

Thank you, Lilly. I love all your videos.I would add here that you can waterproof wood matches by coating them in candle wax, even the striking end. Look forward to more.

[@strykerhalo]

Is the knife carbon steel to create a spark off of quarts onto chaga, or char cloth. Important to have a knife that can create a spark. Firesteel is great, believe it or not I keep a small one on my keychain at all times, just in case, always have fire with me, and its waterproof. Tarp, yes lightweight, good. Make cordage from tree roots as well, sleeping bag for warmth, yes good choice. Food is crucial, every survival show ive seen it always comes down to food. So pack enough rice, beans, dehydrated food for upto three months, and my last choice would be seeds, non hybrid, takes roughly two to three months to self sustain your food supply.

[@dutchcourage7312]

My fav. 5 items:- A 4x4 terrain vehicle- Ample amount of Fuel- Keys to the vehicle- Shoes- Shorts.Driving with your bare feet is horrible and I would prefer not to go around but naked, people get al weird and may get some wrong impressions because of it ... or in other words... why is clothing always left out of these lists of 5 ?

[@CalebNorthNorman]

Sleeping bag rather than cordage makes good sense in a survival situation. You can make cordage from roots, tarps, or rags... Good stuff.

[@dann904]

Good knife? Ontario Blackbird. 154cm stainless and gets razor sharp. Not for heavy bushcrafting but CAN if you need it to. First survival rule bring more than one knife - a large and small.

[@pollywogapocalypse7432]

i prefer a hatchet to a knife. a knife is a bit more versatile but i find hatchets hold an edge well and make hard work much easier but a knife is more comfortable with small things. but if i had to have one I'd pick a knife

[@nantahalawildman6345]

So...you really prefer a knife then by your last statement.

[@nerdyolddude4924]

Lilly I love all your helpful videos but especially your humble, genuine attitude.

[@SeaCatFl]

I'm an old camper who doesn't really believe in the idea of a Survival Kit so much. I carry what I carry and have things spread out so I don't lose all of them at once. In my pack I carry the tent and sleeping bag. There is also my main Fire Kit as well as a stove and cook kit. There is also my food, First aid Kit, Saw and Ax. (Not to mention extra clothing.) On me there is another Fire Kit. an Esbit Pocket Stove and a Tarp. On me is also a Pocket Knife, (Swiss Army Knife, Trekker One handed Bundeswehr Model.) as well as a Belt Knife. (Buck 105) I also carry 100 feet of Para Cord in 25 foot sections. My wife carries much the same. As an aside, our fire kits are extensive as I have spent way too many cold camps. The main part is a Flint and Steel Kit. (Flint, Steel, Char Cloth and Punk Wood.) Tinder Tubes, (1 inch long Straw Sections filed with Cotton Balls soaked in Vaseline.) Fatwood Pieces and Fire Steels. I prefer the Flint and Steel Kits as I can get a fire going in most conditions with it. We carry three separate Stoves. In my pocket is my Esbit. It just works. In my pack is my Svea 123. It's ancient and heavy but it works. In my wife's pack is our Chinese Pocket Rocket with Fuel Canister. It works well. In my Blow Out kit is my Swiss Army Volcano Stove. It just plain works. Yes I carry a bit but I know all of my gear works. Cat

[@wilsonline90]

5 - I completely agree about the sleepingbag. So a sleeping bag item 5. 4 - A rifle if possible (rules, law and $$$), but as not in most situations, a flashlight. Here comes a lot of considerations. Maybe if just going to the bush, a firesteel. Depends on the regions, the weather.. But a survival situation will probably be at night. And I can make fire from wood, but it's not that easy to make light. 5 Itens is just not enough for wide variety of situations. So, I would stick with a motion/hand rechargeable flashlight! 3 - Stainless pot to boil water, to cook food, to carry fire, etc. I like aluminium, but not as sturd as stainless. Titanium maybe if I had $$ to test. 2 - Tarp or tent to scape from rain. Heavy rain here in Brazil. And Hiportemia is number one cause of death while outdoor activies most places. 1 - My Multitool, so it has a knife and a bunch of other stuff. I would also miss my fishing gear.

[@lwilson3613]

Thank you Lily! I am preparing to run off to the hills myself and put my survival skills to test. A gun is essential, there are loons everywhere..And I couldn't make it a day without some weed. I know I'm forgetting something but I'll be ok..Wish you were here :)