When a disaster strikes and you have to get out of wherever you are and go someplace a little safer, you need to be organized about what you do, where you go and what you take with you. As far as what to take with you, that is the stuff that will keep you alive and protected for the next few days. That is why you need to have bug out bag supplies ready for just such an occasion.
Water is critical as no one can survive for more than three days without it. Every one will need at least a gallon of it every day. You will need to pack more than that if the climate is hot or if you will be fighting through brush, heavy winds or around a fire line as this will cause more perspiration and exhaustion is easier to succumb to.
Food is necessary as a second consideration. Do not even consider perishables as they will not last much past the first day. Cans of food are probably the best as they will handle the trip, although they get heavy. Make sure you pack a can opener. Any cans you pack will later serve as a way to cook other food if you keep them clean and dry. Dehydrated foods are available and very nutritious. Protean bars are useful and kids actually like their taste. Pack any medications your party needs.
Pack a tarp or large plastic sheet. This will provide you with a measure of shelter. Something that is critical especially if it might be raining or in other inhospitable weather. This sheet can be draped over several branches or from a bush to another bush and slanted to keep water away from you.
Personal warmth is also needed. This can mean a bunch of blankets or enough sleeping bags for everyone. You must stay warm, especially during the evening in order to be able to get the sleep you need to recuperate from the activities you will be engaged in throughout the day just to survive.
A radio and flashlights that can be recharged by hand are things that everyone should have. There will be news about whatever is going on and you need to know. Battery operated ones are not as dependable as batteries will be in short supply. There are some hand crank battery chargers, but stay with the radios and flashlights that charge by pumping the handle.
A small shovel will be appropriate as will any toilet paper and other paper of all sorts. Body wastes are something that must be dealt with and, if all you have is a hole in the ground, so be it. A camp stove, or simply a small can, under a larger one where a fire can be started will be helpful unless you think you would enjoy cold food, for all meals, every day. Pack some matches in a water proof container or, better yet, a simple flint and striker system, easily put in a pocket.
A bag such as this could be one bag, if it is just you or a couple of them if only two or three people are involved. It could be larger containers, but they all must be easy to carry and sturdy. Spread them out among everyone and switch off as needed. Lighter loads for the kids and heavier ones for you and other adults because you will be packing for survival and that means speed.
Water is critical as no one can survive for more than three days without it. Every one will need at least a gallon of it every day. You will need to pack more than that if the climate is hot or if you will be fighting through brush, heavy winds or around a fire line as this will cause more perspiration and exhaustion is easier to succumb to.
Food is necessary as a second consideration. Do not even consider perishables as they will not last much past the first day. Cans of food are probably the best as they will handle the trip, although they get heavy. Make sure you pack a can opener. Any cans you pack will later serve as a way to cook other food if you keep them clean and dry. Dehydrated foods are available and very nutritious. Protean bars are useful and kids actually like their taste. Pack any medications your party needs.
Pack a tarp or large plastic sheet. This will provide you with a measure of shelter. Something that is critical especially if it might be raining or in other inhospitable weather. This sheet can be draped over several branches or from a bush to another bush and slanted to keep water away from you.
Personal warmth is also needed. This can mean a bunch of blankets or enough sleeping bags for everyone. You must stay warm, especially during the evening in order to be able to get the sleep you need to recuperate from the activities you will be engaged in throughout the day just to survive.
A radio and flashlights that can be recharged by hand are things that everyone should have. There will be news about whatever is going on and you need to know. Battery operated ones are not as dependable as batteries will be in short supply. There are some hand crank battery chargers, but stay with the radios and flashlights that charge by pumping the handle.
A small shovel will be appropriate as will any toilet paper and other paper of all sorts. Body wastes are something that must be dealt with and, if all you have is a hole in the ground, so be it. A camp stove, or simply a small can, under a larger one where a fire can be started will be helpful unless you think you would enjoy cold food, for all meals, every day. Pack some matches in a water proof container or, better yet, a simple flint and striker system, easily put in a pocket.
A bag such as this could be one bag, if it is just you or a couple of them if only two or three people are involved. It could be larger containers, but they all must be easy to carry and sturdy. Spread them out among everyone and switch off as needed. Lighter loads for the kids and heavier ones for you and other adults because you will be packing for survival and that means speed.
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