Even though bugging out usually isn't as safe as bugging in, there are certain scenarios where bugging out will literally be the only option you have. For instance, you may be ordered to evacuate your home by the authorities, or death could otherwise be very certain if you … [Read more...]
15 Most Forgotten Bug Out Bag Items
Let me tell you something about bug out bags: No one gets it exactly right the first time. If you think you can assemble a bug out bag once and then forget about it forever, you are gravely mistaken. There are bound to be a few crucial items missing. That's why it's important to … [Read more...]
Here Is What To Put In Your Kids’ Bug Out Bags
One day you could be chilling in your backyard, and the next, you could be evacuating from a hurricane, or an earthquake, or a nuclear attack. If you're an experienced prepper, you could probably be ready to hit the road in a matter of minutes. Children, however, don't … [Read more...]
A Simple and Useful Bug Out Bag Prep
I've written several articles about bug out bags and have made many lists of bug out bag items that most people forget. Which is why I was so surprised when I came across this video about a bug out bag item I'd never considered before. This tip comes from Canadian Prepper, … [Read more...]
25 Simple and Cheap Camping Foods
We're in the heart of summer right now, and lots of people are going camping. When I was a kid, my parents only took me camping a few times. They didn't really know what they were doing, but they did their best. We roasted marshmallows over the fire and made smores. But other … [Read more...]
8 Maps You Should Have in Your Bug Out Bag
One of the worst things that can happen during a bug out scenario is getting lost. You could accidentally wander into a dangerous area and get mugged, or you could run out of supplies and end up starving. And since you won't be able to count on your phone, you should definitely … [Read more...]
Bugging Out in the Rain: How to Waterproof Your Gear
Of all the thousands of articles about bugging out, very few of them talk about bugging out in the rain, but it's a very important topic. According to the National Weather Service, some parts of the country, such as the Pacific Northwest, get rain almost every other day. Even … [Read more...]
$100 Walmart Bug Out Bag
Every prepper understands the importance of having a bug out bag. Unfortunately, a good bag and all the gear that goes in it can be a bit pricey for some people, costing hundreds of dollars. In this video, Tim from EverydayTacticalVids proves you can make a bug out bag for very … [Read more...]
30 Best Foods For Your Bug Out Bag
Food is one of the most important things you can put in your bug out bag. After all, the whole point of a bug out bag is to help you survive, and you definitely need to eat to survive. But this is where most people mess up. They fill their bags with canned soups and high-carb … [Read more...]
Top 100 Bug Out Bag Items
Here it is, the ultimate list of bug out bag items! Now to be clear, this is not a checklist. It would be very difficult to squeeze every one of these items into a single bag, nor should you. Rather, it is a list of suggested items from which you could create any number of … [Read more...]
5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Bug Out Bag
My first bug out bag was a disaster. I crammed it full of random items leftover from camping trips, but I left out many crucial items and added many unnecessary items. One of the biggest problems, however, was the bag itself. I just grabbed an old backpack out of the back of the … [Read more...]
8 Awesome Vehicles to Survive Doomsday
If you are ever forced to bug out from your home in a disaster scenario, your efforts will always be made easier and safer by bugging out in a vehicle rather than on foot. A vehicle allows you to travel faster, provides you with some level of protection, and has space for you to … [Read more...]
Bug Out Bags for Dogs & Cats
When disaster strikes, it’s important that you are prepared to take care of the ones who mean the most to you: your spouse, your children, your parents, and other relatives or friends that might need your help. But what about your pets? Although most people love their pets, they … [Read more...]
27 Useful Items You Should Have In Your Bug Out Bag
Everybody has their own ideas about what are the most important things to include in a bug out bag. Different strokes, different folks. But whatever items you choose, make sure a lot of them are multipurpose items. Your bug out bag might not seem very heavy, but after carrying … [Read more...]
INCH Bag Survival Kit: Red Dawn Edition
Some of you are probably asking, "What in the world is an INCH bag?" Most survival sites focus on everyday carry bags and bug out bags, but it's a good idea to have an INCH bag as well. It stands for, "I'm Never Coming Home." An INCH bag is the ultimate end-of-the-world bag, … [Read more...]
9 Tips For Packing Your Bug Out Bag
Bug out bags are for disasters that strike without warning. If you wake up in the middle of the night to the sound of your world falling apart, all you'll have time to do is grab your bag (or bags if you have a family) and hit the road. The ability to pack up and leave in a … [Read more...]
11 Lightweight Alternatives To Common Bug Out Bag Items
Bug out bags are easily one of the most popular concepts in the prepper movement. Even people who aren’t preppers associate bug out bags or go-to bags with emergency preparedness. For these reasons, the bug out bag is often the first thing new preppers put together. They make … [Read more...]
Top 5 Bug Out Bag Mistakes
I've written several articles about prepping mistakes and how to avoid them, but when I came across this video by Survival Know How I realized I haven't talked about bug out bag mistakes. This is something most people don't think about. How do you mess up a bug out bag? Just … [Read more...]
