I made a bug out bag

Just some thoughts...

Do you have a compass and protractor? Map sheets of you survival area?

Do you have water purification? Iodine for example?

Do you have a signaling device? A signal mirror at a minimum, a pen gun flare, smoke grenade, whistle, VS-17 Panel, etc...

Do you have a snare or know how to make one?

Fire starting equipment?

Fishing kit?

Zip lock bags?

Vaseline?

Cotton balls?

Light weight clothing?

Socks?

Poncho Liner?

It's a long list.

Good luck!

I'd bug out with you anytime!

That AC obviously hasn't seen the floods or wild fires that
are forcing people to leave their homes.

Having a backup plan isn't about larping. It's about being
responsible for yourself and possibly your loved ones. When
something bad happens in your life, don't just assume that
you can rely on the charity of others or the government to
save you from your irresponsibility.

I get why people mock people for bug out bags, though. For
the scenarios people think they are planning, the bags'
contents are often laughably insufficient. More importantly,
such people tend to think the bags' contents are a
substitute for skills, training. If they had to use them for
more than a few days, they'd be in for a rude awakening.

I prefer 'get home bag' over 'bug out bag'. Like the OP I
have a trailer in the woods, and if I had to hoof it, I'd be
in the 'get home' mindset - to my backup home.

I expect the OP has done as I have -- Fortify that trailer
with supplies that will sustain me for weeks or months.

Just make sure you have your food items in thick metal
containers so the critters don't come for them!

If I were you I wild ditch the packaging most of that stuff came in to help cut down on weight.

A small day pack to go with your larger pack is a good idea, with the barest survival essentials.

You can leave the larger pack at base camp, or hidden in a safe location and use the day pack for short foraging forays or scouting a couple hours in each direction from it.

Wow good job you actually live the Christian way instead of just preaching it.

So much evil, especially in your own family. Fake wisdom, fake kindness, fake ppl everywhere. All they want is you to suffer but they act like they are good. Be very careful.

Last Edited by CopyNinja1987 on 08/11/2022 04:51 PM

I would LOVE to learn about places in Costa Rica where like-minded people live.

If I planned a trip there, what areas should I consider looking at for full time living? I don't have millions in the bank but have maybe 100-200k to invest.

It's nice you have a camper.

You're right....I probably purchased and prepared my bug-out bag when there was much discussion here on glp about preps. I just have not had the need for it and probably never will.

Last Edited by nutmeg on 08/11/2022 04:57 PM

Thank you!!

First off, I’m a licensed firearms owner, I took my PAL in 2020. And I’m taking my RPAL Aug 26 so I can purchase a hand gun for sport shooting at the range. I love hunting, my ex and son were big hunters, we made such good sausage at our store back in the day. And I made great stir fry from Ruffed grouse. This is what I’m getting back into! I like guns, they’re great tools, that I respect. I’m in training, which I’m used to, when I got into mining, I was as green as they come, but today, I drive 830E haul trucks like I’m breathing :), challenges are good for us, it’s keeps a mind sharp, keeps the adrenaline pumping.

Since all of this has happened in my life, I feel pretty independent. I don’t fear people at all either anymore after all my challenges where I rose to the occasion and succeeded.

Here’s a little story from my beginning on my own.

When I got into mining, they started me on a wiggle wagon, and for the life of me, I could not back that thing up to a hoe straight and was literally pissing off the hoe operator. On my break, I got out on the deck, talked to YHWH, and said, “if I’m in over my head, not doing what you want me to do, please take it away and guide me to where I’m supposed to be”. That was my prayer. After that break, that truck was straight every single time, for real! And I’m still in mining today, a job that challenges me all the time! It also gives me a good income.

I am so thankful to YHWH for everything He’s done in my life. I’m never alone, nor afraid, even if I had to face death today.

All those clothes you mentioned, they’re at the bottom of my bag in plastic.

Safety First! Grilled into us in mining, transferable mind set to gun ownership.

With NYC telling everyone to have a Bug-Out-Bag,

this is an excellent thread!




I really miss all the backpacking I used to do when I was younger. I also took college level survival courses where we would practice in the wilderness.

I started backpacking when I was 7 years old. We would go to old mining camps up in the Eastern Sierras, and hunt for antiques (1960s).

We didn't have a lot of money, so we bought equipment at Army Surplus stores, and made our own lightweight foods. We always drank stream water, and never got sick.

I would recommend a good lightweight bowsaw over an ax.

I would also recommend a super light 22 rifle. You only need single shot for squirrels, because you only get one shot, and then they're gone if you miss.

I would also recommend a high quality straight blade stout knife over a folding knife.

I worked as a forester back in the 1980s, and I prefer paper maps over electronics with batteries. I always try and avoid anything that uses batteries, because they don't hold up under rough conditions.

If you want a decent quality knife without breaking the bank, I can suggest this one.

I own two of these and I really like them.

Boker Magnum Leatherneck Hunter Stainless Fixed Blade Knife 02MB726
[link to www.ebay.com (secure)]

Looks nice, thank you Osmium!

You will be hunted and skinned..

jzt sayin...

For you to post that, I’m sure you’ll try right?

People like you are why our world is a mess.

:epiclil:

You won’t have “time” ro pack up anything when it happens. Just an fyi.

And why you should take your pretty picture down… are you crazy?

Thanks!

Also, I don’t see any sea salt, you need a bottle of that at the minimum.

Nice!

I’m sorry I didn’t thank the person that pinned this thread, I just realized that! Yikes, thank you.

Your welcome. I like the stacked leather effect. 440A steel is generally considered good knife steel.

Others mentioned Esee, which is in the mid range for a good knife on price point. Although I don't own one currently, I have considered purchasing one or two and don't feel you could go wrong by getting one yourself if you want a quality knife and are willing to pay a bit more.

Having a community before STHF is asking for trouble.
Not if you know them for years of course. But people you found on facebook!?!. Of all places, Cia datamine central.

From what you're writing about your plans. You got a Camper/boat and Apartment to bug in place.

Hint
You need a couple locations as a supply stash.
Resupply is essential.

Keep your bug out bag light weight yet long term.
basics. When going between locations.

They can steal your camper apartment your bug out bag.
Anything you carry can be taken.
Having a gun is nice but it gives a false sense of security.
Your not the only one too have a gun

The most important bug out tool is between your ears.

Your shouting out to the world your plans.
Not very wise too do. Even so.
Don't show anyone who you are or your location.
If you want to be taken serious.

Already see people praying on you as a sexual object.