BOB: Bug Out Bags

[Celtic Jaeger]

Lets get this section going. I'm gonna list everything I've got in my BOB, then if ya'll could post what you've got in yours, we can compare.

3 pair underclothes-socks
2 t-shirts
1 extra set of BDU's
3-7 days worth of food
200rds ammo in mags
cleaning kit
first aid kit
sleeping bag and sleeping pad
E-tool
laundry bag
toilet kit
small sewing kit
gortex pants
gloves
matches/lighter/magnesium fire starter
duct tape
pocket notebook and 2 pencils
an extra compass
50' 550 cord
plastic garbage bags
camo warpaint
mess kit
minor surgery kit

Thats all I can think of right now without opening/tearing it up.

[IRONCLAD]

500 rounds, then 200

KIM lights. (Not sure if the spelling is right)

I think that's it, you covered the rest.

IRONCLAD

[CornFedReb]

CornFedReb's Bug Out List Part I

Excellent topic and very important to the serious Southern Nationalist.

Before a Bug Out Bag is even considered, though one should begin with a "Bug Out Suit" so to speak. If you have to leave an area with nothing but the clothes on your back or if you are forced to ditch your ruck, bag or load bearing equimpent you should have all your basic survival equipment located on your person distributed throughout several pockets.

Start with a pair of BDUs. Your choice of color or camouflage pattern depending on your geographical location and perceived threat.

Let's start with the BDU jacket.

Pocket, top left - first aid kit including: scalpel blades, tweezers, anti-fungal cream, insect repellent, antiseptic, suture thread and needle, pain medication, immodium caplets (anti-diarrheal), adhesive bandages, medical adhesive tape, bandage gauze, surgical gloves, all in a flexible, waterproof container. Signal whistle. Add or detract from above list as you see fit.

Pocket, top right - Compass with lanyard looped through button hole of pocket. Note book, pencils in flexible waterproof container. Chem lights.

Pocket, bottom left - Battle dressing bandage, space blanket

Pocket, bottom right - Lightweight gloves, mesquito headnet

Trousers, BDU:

Pocket, cargo, left - MRE (stripped and modified) w/ sprivatef, hard candy, bullion cubes, powdered drink.

Maps of proposed Area of Operations or evasion route in waterproofed container.

Pocket, cargo, right - Survival kit in waterproofed container w/ needles, thread, fishing hooks & line, wire saw, aluminum foil, safety pins, water purification tablets, plastic water storage bag, chamois cloth (reusable toilet paper), pen flares and launcher.

Fire starting kit w/ butane lighter, waterproofed strike anywhere matches in waterproof match case, tender (dryer lent, cotton balls and vaseline, etc) small candles, commercial fire starter sticks, magnesium bar, film cannister of black powder. all in waterproof hardcase (small tupperware container).

Pocket, right, front - Pocket knife (Swiss Army style)

Pocket, left, rear - 1 pr. socks folded in zip lock bag.

Pocket, right, rear - wallet w/ as much cash as you can carry in small bills, important phone numbers/ addresses, pre-paid phone card.

A hand cuff key should be secreted somewhere on your clothing where it will be accessible in a worst case scenario.

Other small emergency items can be waterproofed if necessary and sewn into the lining of your clothing.

In addition to the above you will obviously need the following items stored in the same location ready to grab and go:

Belt
Boots
Field cap
Drawers
Hankerchief/ drive-on rag
Socks
Undershirt
Field jacket (winter)
Wrist watch (should always be on your wrist anyway)
Cell phone and/or FRS radio depending on your link-up communications plan.
and possibly a protective mask depending on your perceived threat.

Suitable flexible waterproof containers for all your pocket gear can easily be made from zipper lock freezer storage bags covered in camo duct tape. Reinforce the sides and corners well with tape. Cover entire bag with strips of tape except for zipper portion, of course.

None of the above is hard and fast. It's all flexible depending on you, your perceived future actions, perceived threat and geographical location.

Just something to stimulate the mind and get conversation flowing.

God Save the South,
CornFedReb

[CornFedReb]

CornFedReb's Bug Out List Part II

Again, before we get to the actual "Bug Out Bag" I'd like to cover the second level of preparedness which is your Load Bearing Equipment. Once you've prepared your "Bug Out Suit" and your Load Bearing Equipment you might find a Bug Out Bag to be a luxury item. But, we'll get to that eventually. You would be amazed at how much essential equipment you can carry without a rucksack. Like our Confederate forefathers, we need to fight as light infantry with everything we need on our backs.

First we start with a load bearing vest with pistol belt or load bearing suspenders with pistol belt. Either way we'll have a Butt Pack attached to the back.

So, on our LBE or within its butt pack we'll have the following:

Belt, pistol
Butt pack
Camouflage stick or case (in butt pack)
Case, field, first aid dressing w/ dressing (on LBE)
Canteen, water, 1 qt w/ cover 2 ea.
Compass w/ case (on LBE) this is a backup compass to the one in your pocket.
Cup, canteen 1 ea.

Evasion kit (in butt pack) w/:
Pocket Bible
Notebook
2 pencils
Prestamped envelopes
$10.00 roll of quarters
Candle, emergency
Poncho liner w/ space blanket sewn on one side (strapped to outside bottom of butt pack.
Chamois cloth (reusable toilet paper) can you have too much?
Fire starting materials in waterproof container (similar materials as you are carrying in your pocket kit.
Parachute cord (for shelter construction) 50 ft.

First Aid Kit (in butt pack) w/
Insect repellent
Mole skin
Foot powder
Betadine solution
Bacitracin ointment
Sterile gauze bandage
Extra battle dressing bandage
Chapstick
#10 scalpel blade w/ handle or X-Acto knife
Suture material
Cloth bandage tape
Pain medication (the stronger the better)

Flashlight, small w/ red filter and batteries (in butt pack)
Gloves, heavy duty black or brown leather (snap-linked to LBE)
Holster for sidearm (on LBE)
Magazines for individual weapon (minimum of 6 depending on magazine capacity and LBE)
Magazines or speed loaders for sidearm (3, depending on capacity and weapon type)
Pouch, magazine (or assault vest pockets) number depending on weapon type and LBE
Pouch, magazine or speedloader for sidearm (enough to hold all speedloaders or magazines for sidearm)
Poncho (for shelter) include in roll with poncho liner and space blanket on outside of butt pack.
Rations for 72 hours (MREs, dried soups, energy bars, bullion, etc.)
Snap link
Survival knife/ tool w/ sheath (on LBE)
Water purification tablets (in pouch on canteen covers)
Weapons cleaning kit, complete (for both rifle and sidearm)
Weapon, individual (preferably in the 5.56mm, 7.62x51 or 7.62x39 range of calibers.
Weapon, sidearm (preferably in the 9mm, .45, .357 or .38 special range of calibers.
Ammunition for individual weapon, 1 basic load (minimum of 210 rds.)
Ammunition for sidearm, 1 basic load (minimum of 18-21 rds.)

Again, the above list is just a starting point for those interested. Nothing above is carved in stone. This list suits me, my area, perceived threat and plan of action. It may not work for you. Any items which seem redundant can be deleted or replaced with another item.

As you can see, by the time we get to packing our "Bug Out Bag" anything we put in it will seem like a luxury item as we are already wearing or carrying what we need the most in or on our BDUs and load bearing equipment.

Part III will begin the packing of our Bug Out Bag.

God Save the South,
CornFedReb

[CornFedReb]

CornFedReb's Bug Out List Part III

OK, here we are at the real "Bug Out Bag." In this case it's an ALICE large U.S. issue rucksack with external frame. When the SHTF you don't want one of these big green ticks stuck to your back. You want mobility and you may have to dump your luxury items if you are being hotly pursued and it's either you or your rucksack. That's why our most important items are in or on our BDUs or LBE. Here we go:

ALICE large rucksack with frame
Bag, waterproof 2 ea.
Bag, sleeping (in waterproof bag)
Binoculars, small (7x21 collapsible) in top flap of ruck.
Bungie cords, 5 ea. for shelter construction (secure to rucksack frame)
Cover, camouflage for rucksack
Canteens, collapsible 2 qt. w/ covers 2 ea. attached to outside of ruck.
Entrenching tool with cover (secured to outside of ruck)
Ground cloth (heavy duty space blanket or visqueen plastic)
Poncho (for shelter or waterproofing equipment)
Radio, small, AM/FM w/ batteries & earphones (to keep track of what's going on in the world)
Rations, minimum 3 days. Can be more elaborate and varied than what you are now carrying in your trouser pocket and butt pack.
Rifle, survival, AR-7 w/ 1 mag. & 100 rds. ammunition
Stove, trioxane w/ fuel
Rain parka, Gortex (in top flap of ruck)
Ammunition for individual primary weapon, 2nd basic load, 210 rds. minimum.
Ammunition for sidearm, 2nd basic load, 18-21 rds. minimum.

Personal clothing items in waterproof bag to include:
Belt
Boots, 1 pr.
Drawers, cotton, 2 ea.
Face mask, camouflage stretch netting
Gloves, leather
Gloves, wool liners
Hat, boonie
Shirt, BDU, 1 ea.
Socks, cotton, 3 pr.
Trousers, BDU, 1 ea.
Undershirt, cotton, 1 ea.

Personal hygiene kit in waterproof bag to include:
Soap, bar (unscented w/ soap dish)
Soap, liquid shampoo (unscented) 12 fl. oz. in zip lock back to prevent spills
Razor, 2 ea.
Mirror, small in protective case
Toothbrush w/ case
Toothpaste or Baking Soda
Comb or brush
Towel
Wash cloth
Toilet paper (half roll in zip lock bag)
Dental floss, 50 yds. (many uses)
Dental picks
Nail clippers w/ file

Fire starting kit with:
Rubbermaid waterproof container
Butane lighter
25 strike anywhere waterproofed matches in waterproof container.
1 book weatherproof paper matches
Gerber Strike Force fire starter
Black powder in 35mm film container (taped closed)
4" candles, 3 ea.
5" sawdust/ wax fire starting sticks, 3 ea.
Dryer lint

"Survival" kit w/
Rubbermaid waterproof plastic storage container
Sewing kit
50 yds. braided nylon fishing line
Assorted hooks and weights
Large can opener on lanyard (P-38 style)
Sharpening stone
13 gallon trash bags, 2 ea.
Aluminum foil, 12"x13"

And that's pretty much it for my Bug Out Bag. Coming up next, the "A Bag."

God Save the South,
CornFedReb

[CornFedReb]

CornFedReb's Bug Out List part IV (The "A" Bag)

The next level of preparedness comes in the form of our "A" bag. The A bag consists of a duffle bag or similar sized bag with numerous items which will make your long term mission away from the creature comforts seem more bearable. The A bag may be cached at a safe house or other relatively safe zone or it may be delivered by Resistance members to a predetermined location within a set number of days (automatic resupply) from the beginning of your evasion. The delivery of the A bag may be by this automatic resupply or on call by a prearranged signal. The contents of the A bag may vary greatly depending on many factors as forseen by the potential evader/ Resistance operative, his enviroment, perceived situation and enemy. Weight of the A bag will not be a consideration since the evader/Resistance operative will move TO the bag or have it delivered to him.

Here are some suggested contents for an A bag:

Bag, duffle
Bag, waterproof 2 ea.
Bag, laundry
Batteries, spare (for flashlight, radios or other equipment)

Clothing, field, paramilitary to include:
Belt, trousers
Boots
Cap, field
Cap, cold weather (watch cap or pile cap)
Drawers, cotton 3 pr.
Jacket, field, BDU w/ cold weather liner
Jacket, BDU
Laces, boot (extra)
Parka, wet weather
Socks 3 pr.
Trousers, BDU
Undershirt, cotton 3 ea.

Clothing, civilian to include:
Belt, trousers
Drawers
Jacket or sweater
Pants
Shirt
Shoes/ boots
Socks
Undershirt

Alternative identification (as many sets as possible if proposed mission calls for such)
First Aid kit, (with more emphasis on serious wounds and long term care)
Lock, combination or key
Mattress, air or sleeping pad
Shoe shining/cleaning/waterproofing kit
Toilet articles kit, (extras as needed for long term)
Plastic trash bags (waterproofing, storage, sanitation, caching, etc.)

Mess kit including"
Knife, fork, sprivatef
plate
bowl
cup

Additional items based on evader's plans:
spare ammo
rations
money
maps
additional civilian clothes

Again, the above list is just a suggestion. The only thing important from this list is that you put together an A bag and have it ready for you in a safe location. There are too many variables for me to tell you how or what to pack.

In regards to clothing it is worth bearing in mind that life on the run or as a guerrilla/militia member will be one of less food than we are accustomed to. It will be a life of anxiety, fear, fatigue, sickness and hunger. All of these factors contribute to weight loss. The clothes you wear now in your comfortable surroundings will soon become too large in an extended field enviroment. Make sure you have some suspenders, belts and a sewing kit to make allowances.

God Save the South,
CornFedReb

[CornFedReb]

In my last few posts titled CornFedReb's Bug Out list parts I - IV, I have listed equipment which is relatively low cost and easily obtained from a variety of sources. The most expensive items I listed would be your primary and secondary firearms and their accompanying ammunition, accessories and spare parts.

Most of what I have listed is "old school" style and I have intentionally ommited some very hi-tech and costly equipment which you may wish to purchase.

Rather than a GPS I chose a standard map and compass.

Rather than multi-fueled stoves I have stuck to trioxane style pocket stoves and simple fires.

Instead of water filters/ purifiers I've listed iodine tablets.

Rather than Gortex bivvy sacks or tents I chose military ponchos, poncho liners and space blankets.

I have ommitted mentioning such items as body armor, night vision, laser sights, etc.

Rather than detail the contents of first aid kits and survival kits I've left that up to you to decide.

It is important to remember that no amount of equipment (low-tech or hi-tech) will make up for a lack of training, knowledge, wisdom and the will to resist tyranny and survive. A survival mentality and a constant awareness of your surroundings is essential to your freedom.

America's prison system is full of patriots of every stripe who had huge arsenals of weapons and stockpiles of survival supplies. For some reason(s), they never got a chance to use those supplies and resist capture.

I hope that my little contribution here has in some way stimulated your thinking and motivated you to prepare for the coming days when tyranny meets its demise.

When the time for action comes, the time for preparation has just ended. Prepare now.

God Save the South,
CornFedReb

[IRONCLAD]

Sounds like you have your $hit together there Cornfedreb.

IRONCLAD

[CornFedReb]

Thanks Ironclad, I'm trying.

I'd like to see how other folks are working out their emergency logistics, though. I could use some fresh ideas to improve my plans.

God Save the South,
CornFedReb

[CornFedReb]

The Low-Cost, Low-Profile Bug Out Bag

Provided here is a link to an excellent article on constructing a low-cost Bug Out Bag.

The author concentrates on using mostly civilian, low-profile clothing and gear contained in a non-descript backpack so as not to attract unwanted attention. All the contents fit in a plastic Rubbermaid ActionPacker box which can be stored in the trunk of your car or in the garage where it can be quickly loaded in your vehicle for an emergency.

The only military "looking" item the author uses is an aircrew survival vest but, as he mentions, it can be substituted for a civilian multi-pocketed fishing vest.

One helpful section for beginners lists which items you should buy first if you are short on money and where you can pick these items up.

www.tomsebooks.com/BugoutBag.pdf

About the only thing I can disagree on with the author is his choice of food for the storage box. He suggests MREs but the incredible high heat which can be generated in a car (or a garage) during the summer would quickly degrade the shelf life of MREs.

I would suggest as an alternative the Mainstay Emergency Cookie Food Bars. They are not effected by temperature extremes and can withstand from -40 - 300 F. They have a 5 year shelf life. See:

www.nitro-pak.com/product_info.php/cPath/38_60/products_id/385

Additionally, (or as an alternative) you might wish to include some Survival Food Tabs. They are advertised as having a negligible nutrition loss from high heat or freezing with a 10 year shelf life. See:

www.nitro-pak.com/product_info.php/cPath/38_60/products_id/556

I hope this information will be useful for family emergency planning as opposed to your hard-corp "guns and camouflage" preparations.

God Save the South,
CornFedReb

[Celtic Jaeger]

I just printed off a copy of your lists cornfedreb, I also think you've got your sh!t together.

[CornFedReb]

Thanks, Celtic. I appreciate your comment. It's took me a long time and a lot of experience to get where I am in my preparatiuons but there's always room for improvement. Someone's always showing me something new and I'm always learning.

God Save the South,
CornFedReb