10 C's of URBAN Survival | National Preparedness Month

Dave Canterbury teaches wilderness survival at the Pathfinder School. He has come up with a list of 10 categories of items, called “The 10 C’s of Survival”, that should be included in every survival kit such as a bug out bag, get home bag, and more. In this video I present what I think are the 10 C's of URBAN Survival to ADD to the previous 10 wilderness survival items.

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[colvindl]

I've been an occasional visitor over the years. This content and presentation was so good, I just had to subscribe. Well done and thank you.

[SurvivalistChick]

Most 'urban' survival kits aren't really urban. So many include ferro rods, signalling devices, and other items that are more suited for wilderness. I live in London, and we frequently have low-level or high-level crisis situations, so I've been carrying a survival/get-home bag for years. It includes things that are specific to a city/urban setting. I carry most of the things that you covered, but I also include elevator keys; glass breaker; a packable rain jacket (it rains a lot here); a tube/subway ticket with plenty of credit on it, as well as a tube/subway map; a city map; eye wash and burn gel; a foldable plug for charging, in case my Anker runs down; and foot care items for walking home (extra socks and blister tape). As a lone female, I also take safety precautions, though most are illegal here. Thanks for another great video, Cliff. I've been following your channel for years, and it's one of the best. And your OCD PDF's never cease to crack me up.

[jeffwalther]

"Cabling" - Include all appropriate cables for cell phones, cameras etc. Also a small AC surge strip and fast charger.

[dhayes]

Prepping is an interesting concept. Many of the older folks will remember it as canning and preserving. We lived on a small mixed farm in Saskatchewan. No electricity, no running water, and the toilet was a long cold journey in the winter. When winter hit, everyone had at least a year worth of food safely stored away. Every home had a “root cellar” which had vegetable storage bins and walls of shelves to hold all the canned food. Heat was from the wood stove and light was from lamps. Going to town started with a horse and sleigh to a neighbour’s house where your vehicle was stored. We were five plus miles from the nearest maintained winter road. There were many hours spent picking wild fruit to supplement our diet. Everyone was so good to share. If they had more produce than they could use, word was sent out to anyone that could use some more apples or raspberries or beans. Most meat, especially chicken was canned. When it got cold enough, several families would form a meat club and each would butcher an animal in turn. The meat would be shared out to each family. We always ate very well. Homemade bread. Fresh churned butter. Fresh milk and rich cream. Farm fresh eggs. All the wonderful vegetables, soups, and meats stored in the root cellar. The canned fruit and homemade jams, jellies, and syrups were special treats. The best part was not one single preservative other than sugar and vinegar, no hormones, and no antibiotics in our foods.

[hzwanepol]

"Chart" as in a map. Knowing alternative routes to get where you want to be, or to avoid dangerous areas, is essential. A mental map of safe zones should be the minimum for this 'C'.

[terrencem]

#4 - CARE... I have always added that category to Dave's 10 C's as well. This would include personal meds also of course. But I include hygiene items as well.. I guess you could say #11 - Cleanliness. It is good to add a few wet wipes, compressed towelettes, a couple of flossers and even a couple small travel toothbrushes... perhaps even a tiny bottle of travel soap. When you have gotten filthy all day, just cleaning your face and hands can work wonders for your attitude.

[CityPrepping]

excellent video! thanks for sharing this.

[bobgonewild]

The 11th "C" = "Criminal Entry", AKA, a lock pick kit. In the urban environment a "good" urban survivalist would rather pick a lock than force entry (Crowbar). It then would hide the fact that the building was breached, would keep the building/door secured and would allow the stealth of gathering goods. I carry and practice with my Lock Pick set four or five times weekly. Your thoughts?

[kellylynch]

Creatively concocting content containing copious clever combined concepts clearing confusion away

[flyoverkid]

Nicely done. Been prepping for years but new to your channel. One of the " C "s that many don't consider is Cognition. One of the biggest " preps " you can have is knowledge, and the ability to think clearly in a demanding situation.

[underpressurewithdenise]

Fantastic! Great to see bushcrafting concepts applied to urban areas... but you forgot the MOST IMPORTANT "Coffee" and "Chocolate". hehe

[charleshill]

I live by and teach the 15 C's of survival

1) Cutting tool = Knife / Axe
2) Cordage = 550 / Bank line
3) Compass = Navigation tools
4) Cargo = tape
5) Combustion = Fire
6) Cotton = Bandana
7) Container = cup / platypus
8) Candle = flashlight / candle
9) Cover = Tarp / tent
10) Canvas = Sewing kit
11) Combination = Multitool
12) Communication = 2 way Radio / signaling devices
13) Circulation = First aid kit
14) Calories = Food / Trap - fish 
15) Combat Guns / Weapons

[FrontierPreppers]

The only advice we can provide is; One should practice and test the equipment. What works for me may not work for everyone!

[georgeg]

2 more C’s:
Compact sewing kit (pre-threaded needle sealed in a straw),
Chapstick, good quality moisturizing lip balm with SPF 15-30 can be used as ointment, sunscreen, firestarter (rub on kindling), zipper lubricant and can help prevent frostbite…

[fozzynw]

The community has learned so much from each other. Mostly thanks to the Survivalists, Preppers, and Military. I want to thank you for all your great contribution. Videos like this are a staple in staying up on your essential gear. Giving the individual responsibility of themselves and a greater chance to survive, and help others. I believe this is and should be a standard for all family members. Each having these essentials and at least one trained individual in their group. Great work as always.

[TheRangaTanGaming]

I have a couple ideas for alternative names for a few of the items in your kit that you had trouble with:

Crank < Common access tool: this makes more sense than crank as it is a tool that allows access to common taps and outlets.

Chow < Consumables: Rather than simply food, including pre packed food and water together is a good insurance policy for a SHTF scenario so as to ensure you get what you need for the period of time you’re stuck in public. I understand the water filter as a separate prep, as it ‘replenishes’ the water supply you have rather than has it stored for use, but including a bottle of spring water is good constant access for sustenance

[mallyredfearn]

A door wedge is an absolute must!
It's a force (defensive) multiplier..
Even doors with a lock, it gives extra security. Very difficult to break through.
You might be given a room for a night, and whilst you'll have applied due diligence and be as sure as you can be that it's safe, you have the door wedge too!

[moshumzy]

"It's a universal key" That's a very accurate way to describe a crowbar

[asesinodezombis]

Just returned from a Sri Lanka business trip - was supposed to stay to the end of May. Wont be investing there anytime soon. Started to notice rolling blackouts that lasted 3 hours, fuel shortages, long lines at pharmacy's and monetary devaluing. I decided to bug into a Colombo 5 star hotel because they had Fuel, water, food & safe room. Look at the news for yourself....then adjust for civil unrest and prep location safety.

[jelicoe]

Canterbury includes clothing as an element of cover. In the sense that your clothes selection should protect you from the current elements and be suitable for terrain you will be in. I see it is common in my area for people to dress for climate controlled spaces like their house, their car, and grocery store, but be completely unprepared for the weather outside whether it be cold and rainy or excessively hot and sunny.