Building Your Bugout Bag: The Complete Infographic Checklist

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[M Kehoe]

Damn, I can't find my P51.

5.56mm

[Joe 6-pack]

"That’s gonna be one HUGE bug out bag."

Yep. There's a lot of food for thought and good suggestions, but looking over the list...that's a lot of stuff to carry. I have a Blackhawk SOF ruck with about 5800 cubic inches of cargo space, and I'd be hard pressed to fit all that stuff in there...

[PA Engineer]

I agree with almost everything you posted, but would like to repeat two very important points:

THAT IS A LOT OF WEIGHT

WITH GOOD FOOTWEAR

The YoYo Fishing Line was kind of cool, but a 72 hour kit is for getting somewhere or laying low till you can return. I'm glad you mentioned the importance of footwear. The only point I would add is to cycle and wash your socks constantly (extra pairs) during the day. Does not hurt to wear two pairs. One inner silk like sock to reduce the friction and wick away sweat.

[B4Ranch]

Two things come to mind. Instant oatmeal and coconut oil. One heaping tsp of coconut oil in a large cup of oatmeal every day will make your belly full and your innards oiled up so constipation shouldn’t be a problem.

[Sarajevo]

These bug out bag threads are expensive.

Start at an Army/Navy store. For example: an LC-1 large ALICE pack is not as expensive as a lot of the new packs and a lot more versatile.

[Altariel]

Thanks for the graphic.

[Kartographer]

As I posted there’s a very good Bug Out Bag in my Preparedness Manual with pictures.

[CSM]

This is a great thread, thanks for posting. I like the picture, however I would prefer a printable text list. Do you know if one exists anywhere? I am pretty well prepared for hunkering down in my home, but I have to admit that I am severly lacking the capability to escape.

[CSM]

Where did you get your pre-packed bag? I’d like to check it out....

[Marcella]

“Where did you get your pre-packed bag? I’d like to check it out....”

I have a list of everything that came in the backpack. I'll post it along with the name of it. These are made in California and many people there put one for each family member by their front door in case of an earthquake.

This backpack is not terribly heavy and a good deal of thought went in this bag and it's very well made.

[Marcella]

Here is a description of what’s in “Life Gear’s Wing’s of Life”. Note “Two side pockets for storage of a personal safety device and bottle”. “Personal safety device” means a pocket for YOUR GUN. Put the name of the bag in internet search and find the cheapest price.

Life Gear’s Wings of Life survival backpack provides the ultimate in survival preparedness. It is a complete three day survival kit with food, water and essential survival gear. The food and water have a shelf life of five years, and can withstand a temperature range of -40 to +120 degrees F. Detachable wings of life help keep things organized, accessible and easy to find in stressful situations.

Life Gear Wings of Life Survival Backpack
Features:
Sleeve system for storage of food and water
Waterproof tarp
Cell phone/walkie talkie carrying case
Water reservoir pocket
Multifunction tool sleeve
Cushioned shoulder straps
Lightweight ergonomic design for children and adults
Back ventilation system for cool air flow
See-through pockets for quick access to items
Ring hooks for added attachments
Two side pockets for storage of a personal safety device and bottle
Durable construction for long life

Backpack includes:
Thermal blanket
All weather poncho
Hygiene kit
First aid kit
Multifunction tool
Leather work gloves
Respirator mask
Compass
Signaling whistle
Thermometer
Red emergency flasher
Waterproof document/cash bag
Signaling mirror
Writing pad & pen
6-page disaster preparedness action guide

Emergency food rations:
Made in USA
Meets US Coast Guard standards (160.046/23/0)
Meets Department of Defense regulations (SOLAS 74/83)
5-year shelf life
Non-thirst provoking
Withstand temperatures of -40 to 300 degrees F
Ready to eat: each package contains 9 pre-measured 400 calorie meals
Individual portions eliminate messy breakup
Contains no cholesterol or tropical oils
Enriched with vitamins and minerals, exceeding RDA requirements

Emergency water packets:
Made in USA
US Coast Guard approved
No oxygen transfer (no chance of bacterial contamination)
Pre-measured packets make water easy to dispense
Easy to transport; no cups needed
Withstand temperatures from -40 to 210 degrees F
5-year shelf life
Model No. LGDLBPK01
Shipping Weight (in pounds): 10.2
Product in Inches (L x W x H): 13.0 x 6.0 x 19.0

[Marcella]

There is plenty of room to put other items in the backpack. I have a change of clothes/underwear/socks in there. The food is food bars but I have a rolling bag with more food in it to take with me.

In the rolling bag are three cans of canned heat and a Sterno folding stove, a small can of coffee and tea bags, small size creamer, and some freeze dried individual boxed meals with the heater included in the meal box, instant oatmeal packages, canned soup, paper plates, plastic eating utensils, roll of paper towels, a small camping stacked pot/frying pan and a metal cup.

[Marcella]

Forgot an item: In the rolling bag is a Melitta plastic coffee filter and #2 paper coffee filters. You put the plastic coffee filter on the top of a cup, put in the paper filter and a tablespoon (or less according to how strong you want it) of coffee in the filter and pour the hot or boiling water in there and you have a very good cup of coffee.

These cheap Melitta plastic coffee filters are on Amazon. I use one all the time when I want a cup of coffee.

[CSM]

Thank you very much for the information. It is very appreciated.

[Marcella]

I keep one of the backpacks in the trunk of my car. With the waterproof tarp (it has rope on the four ends to attach it to trees or whatever), I know I can stay out of the rain, plus there is the waterproof poncho in there. Plus there is three days of water and the food bars and the toilet paper, soap, and other stuff.

When I open my trunk to put in groceries or whatever, I see that backpack and it's a good feeling to know it's there if I am away from home and the car quits or whatever.