{"id":7598,"date":"2015-02-28T10:00:49","date_gmt":"2015-02-28T16:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ldswomenofgod.com\/?p=7598"},"modified":"2015-03-03T12:19:31","modified_gmt":"2015-03-03T18:19:31","slug":"building-user-friendly-bug-bag","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reliefsocietywomen.com\/blog\/2015\/02\/28\/building-user-friendly-bug-bag\/","title":{"rendered":"Building a User-Friendly Bug-Out Bag"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"HeavyLoad\"<\/a>Is preparing a 72-hour kit a woman’s job, or a man’s? It seems that most websites, on survival, are offered by men, but mostly I see women actually putting them together. Hmmm, just an interesting observation.<\/p>\n

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Everyone and their uncle, grandmother, boss, and cousin will have an opinion on what to put in a 72-hour kit, aka: bug-out bag. Listen to them if you want to, but you only need two items:<\/p>\n

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Knowledge\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 +\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Practice<\/h3>\n

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Only you can decide what you, and your family, really need in a critical situation, but you\u2019ll never know unless you put yourself in mock conditions to see real results.<\/p>\n

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I am no expert, but having perused several others with that claim, I am inspired to test their knowledge and practice on my own. This list is mostly for me to remember, so I can feel ready, prepared, and mobile.<\/p>\n

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  1. Bag<\/strong>\u2014Buy a bag<\/a> first that has lots of pockets and isn\u2019t too big or too small. Line it with plastic. Do not overfill, just eliminate items. You should worry about packing for 3-days only.<\/li>\n
  2. Water<\/strong>\u2014Pack your bag with empty containers, but store the water next to the bag. This way you\u2019ll always be able to take fresh water with you. Water is heavy, but very necessary. Pack a filter<\/a>.<\/li>\n
  3. Food<\/strong>\u2014You aren\u2019t going to be making any gourmet meals. Don\u2019t cook at all if you can help it. Protein bars and MREs can be easily eaten. If you must warm water, make sure you have a stove, sterno, cup, and spoon that you are accustomed to using.<\/li>\n
  4. Clothing<\/strong>\u2014You don\u2019t want to be cold and wet and risk hypothermia (which is a simple case of the shivers, but can increase to death too easily). Every six months change packed items with the seasons. You may also consider adding a Tyvek suit<\/a> to your bag. Consider a Shemagh<\/a>.<\/li>\n
  5. Shelter<\/strong>\u2014Plastic sheeting for a tent and sleeping bag is enough to give you shelter.<\/li>\n
  6. Heat and Lighting<\/strong>\u2014Always carry 3 different types of fire starters: Ignition source<\/a>, lighter, and waterproof<\/a>. Maglites are less weight. Headlamps free your hands. Pack extra batteries. Emergency blankets and hand warmers are essential.<\/li>\n
  7. Communication<\/strong>\u2014Flashlight and radio combos are great. A whistle and mirror will help if you ever need rescuing. You can\u2019t rely on your cell phones, but here\u2019s one idea<\/a>. Walkie Talkies may also help for a while.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    The following are important items that you will need to figure out your own preference for your greatest use. Everyone\u2019s needs are different. Families come in all shapes and sizes and needs. Be realistic, but don\u2019t be ridiculous.<\/p>\n

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    1. First Aid kit<\/a><\/li>\n
    2. Hygiene kit and for baby<\/a><\/li>\n
    3. Tools<\/li>\n
    4. Cash<\/li>\n
    5. Comfort items\u2014small toys, notepad, candy, etc.<\/li>\n
    6. Self-defense<\/li>\n
    7. Important papers\u2014Your ID may be your most important paper. Phone numbers, contacts outside of state. Really, what else will truly be important in an emergency free for all?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      \"kids-bug-out-bag-2\"<\/a>Important things to consider:<\/p>\n

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