Survival Kit Preparedness

Survival Kit Preparedness

By Joseph Parish

Take a moment or two each day and for several weeks examine the amount of adverse weather which America is being subjected to on a daily basis. These deteriorating weather conditions are nothing but a major disaster waiting to happen. It doesn’t matter if you reside in the country or the heart of a large metropolitan city, the effects will be the same.

Since 9-11 more citizens have becoming prepared for emergencies then at any other time in our history. The terror attack in New York City was a wake up call for many of our fellow Americans and it rightfully should have been. Preparedness has many branches of which evacuation is but one of them. Never assume that you can weather out any disaster by simply staying indoors. Frequent in the name of safety we must depart our normal residence for safer grounds.

Naturally, the prudent prepper would not go off on a tangent but rather have proper preparations made ahead of time by planning the trip he will undertake and accumulate the supplies that will accompany him on that trip. The first item he will need is a survival bag of some sort.

Survivals bags or as I prefer to call them, bug out bags contain the necessary supplies and equipment which would allow a person to survive on the road for a period of three days. Keep in mind that a three day BOB can be used not only while you are in route to a safe location but also within your home while awaiting a rescue party’s arrival.

If you are perhaps planning to create a three day BOB you are likely wondering what you should place in it to assist in your efforts. There are scores of equipment readily available on the internet and in your local department store most at reasonable cost. You simply can not nor do you require it all as some are merely nice to have items. Always consider the season of the year when planning your supply purchase and choose products that are not affected by freezing or extremely hot temperatures. I would like to recommend the following items to get you started. You can add your own desires as you progress along in your preparedness program.

* Some sort of material to construct a temporary shelter such as a tarp

* Appropriate clothing for the season

* A poncho for rainy weather

* Several pairs of socks

* Sufficient water and food

* First aid kit with splints and other vital supplies

* Maps or a GPS as well as a compass

* Batteries

* Important papers packed in waterproof plastic pouches

* Matches and flint in a watertight container

The above list is merely a starting point, there are tons of additional supplies that could easily be included in your kit. Each member of the group should have a personal bug out bag designed and packed for their specific desires and likes; this would apply to small children as well. Include activities in the little one’s kits to keep them occupied while traveling to a safe location. Since space in your vehicle will be at a premium choose your content wisely don’t bring unnecessary items with you. Leave the curling iron and hair blower at home.

Copyright @2010 Joseph Parish

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