Bug Out Bag Checklist
Bug out bag (BOB) portable backpack that contains critical items that would help you survive for up to 72 hours.
This is an essential piece of equipment for any prepper in a major event.
Emergency survival kit to allow you to survive incase of a apocalypse.
Don’t carry too much weight you might need to be able to travel a number of miles on your back.
Bug Out Bag Checklist
Water and Hydration
Hydration is high priority the body can only survive 72 hours without water.
Water purification tablets and water filter.
Rehydration salts.
Food and Utensils
Maximum calories and nutritional value in small lightweight packaging.
Nothing that needs more than boiling water to prepare. Dehydrated, freeze-dried food, Energy bars.
Clothes
Lightweight and extra warm clothes, hats, gloves, socks, thermal, waterproof clothing.
Spare set of clothes in case of nuclear attack as you will need to change clothes and seal away.
Lighting and Heat
Torch / headlamp with spare batteries. Candles.
Matches, lighter and flint to light fires.
First Aid and Health
Include the basics for pain relief and treating wounds. Daily medication.
Radiation emergencies – Potassium iodide can help block radioactive iodine from being absorbed by the thyroid gland.
Hygiene wipes, hand sanitizer, toothpaste and soap.
Mask and Personal Protection
Protect your lungs from contaminants using protective mask / respirator.
Googles to cover your eyes.
Shelter and Sleeping
Protection from the elements and enable you to maintain your core temperature. Examples: emergency shelter, hammock, bivvy.
Sleeping bag, bag liner and roll mat.
Tools and Navigation
Multi tool, pen knife,
Compass and map of the area.
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Bug Out Bag Checklist
Bug out bag (BOB) portable backpack that contains critical items that would help you survive for up to 72 hours.
