My Bug Out Bag / Get Home Bag Setup

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[dillonc]

I strongly believe that getting home bags are more practical than bug out bags. A car breakdown, dead phone battery, or more common survival scenario are more likely going to happen compared to bugging out from a natural disaster or Armageddon. Still helps to have both but I'd prioritize a get home bag first and foremost.

[pauliewalnuts]

If you plan on walking 70 miles, you might want a couple pairs of socks and mole skin bandages. Doesn't weight much and will definitely help get you home.

[lisajohnston]

I didn’t want to repeat what a lot of people already mentioned but I didn’t see anyone mention a four way sillcock key to turn on any faucet you may find. Also you need a container like a Nalgene to carry water.

[adamm]

You should test that bag by walking home. 70 miles is brutal. I’ve done 31 miles with 40lbs. 2.5 gallons of water and two MRE for food. Took me 10.5 hours and I could not walk for 2 days.

I would keep high quality shoes and some moleskin. And practice, if you aren’t throwing that bag on and getting used to the weight and walking. It will crush you in a real scenario.

[bernardbarr]

A lot of good comments/suggestions. Bag only weighs 15 pounds don't ditch gear if not absolutely necessary. River crossings would be safer using the bag as a floatation device. Should also put some items especially ammo in a freezer bag. Have you ever been in a rainstorm with the dollar tree type ponchos?

[ReubenOaks]

I prefer Sawyer water filters over the Life Straw, the Sawyer filters twice as much out and there are a lot of options available like the gravity bag system and a bottle option. I would also keep some bottled waters in the bag and in the vehicle, just rotate them out.

[ungluedta]

I like it. Great ideas. Only thing extra I would have added is a simple med kit and maybe a tourniquet

[semperanticusphotography]

I deal with similar distances and use a similar set up. Others have already mentioned a small first aid kit, but I'm making a small assumption that you have one in the vehicle to add onto the kit. I would suggest, at the least, spare socks. When looking at a few days of hard hiking, extra socks are essential. I also keep a pair of good boots in the truck and spare clothes (not part of the get home bag) in case I've been doing something more formal because I'm not trekking 80 miles in dress shoes and a suit.
Lifestraw has a nice nalgene bottle with the filter attached to the lid; I like that for easy fill and go.

[dsquires]

I’d add a couple things: 1) a soft water carry container that allows you to carry 1 or 2 liters that you can filter on the go with the straw. 2) warm layers - even applicable during warmer seasons bad weather events: warm knit hat and a pair of extra socks and knit liner gloves to add under leather gloves. 3) Maybe a small umbrella - it makes a usable mini shelter and way to keep off rain/snow when walking home.

[arctodussimus]

I’m reminded of the family whose car broke down on a mountain pass coming home from grandma’s house in the winter. They lasted four or five days before the father decided to hike out to get help. The family was rescued a couple of days later, but the father was never found.

Three people could live for two weeks any time of year with just the things I keep in my Jeep.
Any time I think about building a “survival” bag, I think long term.
And redundancies are crucial if you find yourself in a situation where there is more than just you.
I have a get-home bag in my Jeep, [even though I only live about eight miles from work (as the crow flies). If I walk the roads, it is 14 miles].
But I also have water, food, and shelter for more than just me if needed.

Your kit looks great. 👍🏼👍🏼
I would have a mil spec poncho instead of the tiny ponchos. And a lensatic compass is important (imho) if I’m going to do any cross country trekking.

It’s good to see the Lifestraw able to screw onto a water bottle, but does it still only filter down to 0.1 microns?
The Survivor Filter is similar in style and will filter down to 0.05 microns. For relatively the same price. That is the one I keep in my personal kits.

[RWald]

No, it is not good enough for me. I don't care if you're hiking 10 miles or 70 miles. You need a well equipped 1st aid kit small but well equipped. You should also bring hygiene items, especially t.p. and body wipes, toothbrushes, etc etc. My bag is about the same size as yours, and I'm able to get a sleeping bag, a thin army poncho liner for extra warmth, a large cotton scarf for head, and face cover. Put some medical masks in there as well as part of the 1st aid kit. I only put things in my bag that I need and will not dump any of it. I hope my suggestions help out your readers. 😊

[richardmurdock]

Some great ideas, I would add a headlamp, a wool hat, and extra socks based on your distance..
I also agree don't ditch any gear..
A good first aid kit with moleskin and ace bandage and different pain meds...
Thanks for sharing

[jayhilliard]

first aid stuff: mole skin, band aids, Tylenol, tape to secure things and use as first aid to wrap finger, hand. Extra socks (got to keep feet dry)

[mrush]

I would add a map and compass. You cannot be sure roads will be open and passable. You may need to navigate through forested areas to avoid trouble.

[lacuzon]

First in all my vehicles before my bug out bag, one med kit, a small cooler bag for at least 6 bottles of water, half roll of tp, tp can be really useful, half dozen protein cereals bars, one full change of clothes, a warm sweater and light rain jacket, a cap, pair of walking boots at least 6” high to hold your ankle especially if you going to walk with a backpack, last thing you want is a twisted ankle, some flares also can be useful, and all of this should fit in a milk crate in any trunk .

[trooperjinthewoods]

70 miles i think you said- you need lots more food, and don't ditch any equipment.
Carry some cash in small bills.
X-tra socks, first aid, transistor radio 📻 and ear buds and extra batteries.

[mikelgeren]

Socks . Dump some of the gizmos . Add a dedicated Ridgeline of 550 . 22 pistol is good choice for reasons you stated, as is the ballistic shield . I prefer Sawyer mini, and would add a S.S. Water bottle . Give you 4 thumbs up ! 👍👍👍👍

[bodie]

Ive tested all my bags & if Im honest Ive spent a small fortune. I went the cheapish route & it was almost painful, ended up with a Wisport but finally settled with Mystery Ranch 32L, beyond comfortable & well worth the money.

[stans]

Duct tape or gorilla tape. 4 or 5 yards.
If you rip your parka or tarp, they won't be much good. Better wound sealing capabilities/ splints/sprained ankles.
Wrap it around a smaller pencil so it won't take up much room and you can use the pencil for notes.

[Daywalker_Lee]

I've never thought about having a utility rope... Great video!