What should be included in a survival pack? - The Firearms Forum

netexasemt · 10-19-2011, 07:27 PM

I'm sure there are a million different possibilities and numerous different packs and items that should be included. I want to know what everyone keeps in theirs.

I use my military issued large ruck sack which has the 3 large outside pockets, on for the canteen, one for my E Tool and an extra one for other things. There are also numerous slots for ammo., knives, and other neccessities on the outside. The inside has two separate compartments, one small, one large.

I have things like a compass, matches, paracord, a sewing kit, a small first aid kit, fishing supplies, automatic fishers, etc. Nothing fancy and not a lot of money involved. Ruck sack, E Tool, Canteen, etc. all military issue. Most of the other stuff was around the house.

What should be invested in? What would be your recommendations?

If something happened and you could only grab 5 things out of your pack, what would it be?

cycloneman · 10-19-2011, 07:30 PM

over the years i have seen some threads dedicated to this

I believe you allways need a good bottle of whiskey.

grumpy66 · 10-19-2011, 07:35 PM

Socks.......
Gotta take care of the feet.

Bobitis · 10-19-2011, 07:38 PM

Firearm/ammo, knife, paracord, fire starter, 1st aid kit.

Tough question.

Ya could grab food and water, but it'll only last a few days. Is that enough?

I don't see where 5 would be enough.

dad2thebone · 10-19-2011, 07:39 PM

hahaha yea take care of your feet, keep em dry.

jack404 · 10-19-2011, 07:41 PM

its a situation and personal thing

got kid's ? think again

just you and the mr's ? rethink

just you, sky's the limit

mushroom clouds on the horizon ? another rethink

government troops gunning down folks ? rethink again

you may have a place to go ..

you may not so shelter becomes a higher priority
food may be what your lacking

be armed prepared and open minded and have the basics

water, food, shelter, defensive capability, fire capability all the basic's

i'd grab a rifle and my day bag and be good where i am now

if i was away i'd be grabbing way more , so i could make it to where i am set up ..

its all different for all of us ..

dad2thebone · 10-19-2011, 07:42 PM

we went over having shtf stock before but never got into go bags did we? who knows , memorys going what to do.good question though

American Leader · 10-19-2011, 07:51 PM

Yea, there is a thread on here with "go bags" info but can't remember the title. I'm sure someone will recall though. I'm still tryin to decide what to put in mine?

JLA · 10-19-2011, 07:58 PM

Whatever you decide is best for a survival pack or bug out bag (as the other thread is named) make sure you include a 50 or 100 dollar bill in it, sealed in a waterproof baggie. I came up with this because if I ever get stranded in the woods and have to eat bugs for however long, even if its just a day or 2, Im gonna want a cheeseburger as soon as i find civilization again, then a shower and a change of clothes.

HunterAlpha1 · 10-19-2011, 08:01 PM

ought to be a dedicated survival board added on here.

American Leader · 10-19-2011, 08:01 PM

Move to approve and vote Aye!

Bobitis · 10-19-2011, 08:08 PM

It's already been discussed in depth, but I agree.

The fear I have is bots will turn this into a hate group.

garydude · 10-19-2011, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by netexasemt

If something happened and you could only grab 5 things out of your pack, what would it be?

Hand held GPS, multi-tool, water purification tables, torch lighter and paracord.

Optional 6th item- flask of multipurpose distilled spirits

That's a tough one, though in reality my pockets would be bulging and I would be loaded up like a pack mule, at least for the first mile or two.

jack404 · 10-19-2011, 08:27 PM

Links

http://www.thefirearmsforum.com/showthread.php?t=92423

http://www.thefirearmsforum.com/showthread.php?t=87619

http://www.thefirearmsforum.com/showthread.php?t=48496

http://www.thefirearmsforum.com/showthread.php?t=43317

Chinook · 10-19-2011, 08:28 PM

5 things huh... Im going to go by what 5 things would I grab outta the bug-out-bag, to be included with he stuff I dont live without already...

Ammo for the guns I carry - Whats the use of having a firearm...without a use for it!

SBGO - Whats the use in having a firearm and ammo, if it wont function properly, or stay clean/corrosion free!

Water Purification tabs - Wheres the good in being in any environment with tainted water. Its basically our lifeblood in ANY survival situations.

Multi-Tool - Because everybody needs one!(The ones with a "Metal Match" either attached, or as an option.)

550 Cord - Because you are going to have to tie something up at some point! Its uses are literally, ENDLESS!

HunterAlpha1 · 10-19-2011, 09:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bobitis

It's already been discussed in depth, but I agree.

The fear I have is bots will turn this into a hate group.

if they haven't turned the rest of TFF into a hate group, i doubt it will happen to a survival board.

we already know most of the people here are level headed, like-minded individuals. the vast majority of gun owners have at least a passing interest in survival, which is why they're gun owners to begin with. so why not have a board specially dedicated to survival related issues? we have one for political incorrectness, religion, constitutional discussions, curios & relics, hunting & fishing, disabled hunters & shooters, cooking & recipes, self defense tactics, ammo & reloading, knives & edged items, General Military Arms & History, and even a humour forum, just to name a few.

TFF is a home away from home for many people. have you ever said to yourself "oh well, i'd better not get a grill because..."? no! it's your home and you improve it the way you like! so why not add a grill on here?

JLA · 10-19-2011, 09:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chinook

5 things huh... Im going to go by what 5 things would I grab outta the bug-out-bag, to be included with he stuff I dont live without already...

Ammo for the guns I carry - Whats the use of having a firearm...without a use for it!

SBGO - Whats the use in having a firearm and ammo, if it wont function properly, or stay clean/corrosion free!

Water Purification tabs - Wheres the good in being in any environment with tainted water. Its basically our lifeblood in ANY survival situations.

Multi-Tool - Because everybody needs one!(The ones with a "Metal Match" either attached, or as an option.)

550 Cord - Because you are going to have to tie something up at some point! Its uses are literally, ENDLESS!

The trick is to make as many things into 1 as possible. For example, putting one of Jons slings on a rifle gets you a firearm and about 150 feet of 550 cord in 1.

cycloneman · 10-19-2011, 09:03 PM

The only way i am leaving is if the air is unsafe to breath. Other than that everyone i know is headed to me. If I have to leave it's cause God has hit the reset button.

Bunker down and hold on.

islenos · 10-19-2011, 09:10 PM

never underestimate the power of a simple deck of cards

netexasemt · 10-19-2011, 09:10 PM

Wow, thanks everyone. This one got hot quick. I like it.

Let's add a Survival Board. I vote for it. I'll start a new thread now inside the suggestion board. If you want a new board titled "Survival Board" go there and vote. If you don't, vote no and let us know why.

I asked for the top 5 things, I know that's a crappy few, but just to get an idea of what is most important to different people. I have all kinds of things in my pack, charcoal aquarium filters are great for treating water, I have two in my pack.

JLA, you always amaze me, $100 s a great idea. It will either get you that cheeseburger or be worth absolutely nothing!

I also have a hammock, because I know the boss lady ain't sleeping on the ground. My sidearm will be on my person at all times with plenty of ammo.

Thanks all and lets keep getting good ideas.

Don't forget to vote.

cycloneman · 10-19-2011, 09:11 PM

ok ill play along

5 things hugh

1. something easy to start fire, matches, lighter. You will need heat

2. radio

3. protien bars

4. Pistol with lots of ammo

5. ax

I thought hard about water but usually water can be found easily.

HunterAlpha1 · 10-19-2011, 09:12 PM

so do you guys who are already at your bugout locations always stay home? you never go to work, friends houses, grocery shopping, picking up kids/grandkids from school/home, gun shows, or anywhere else, you're just complete shutins? the whole point of a BOB is that you take it with you when you leave your home, and it has the supplies needed to survive on until you get back to your retreat. the fact that you already live at your BOL(Bug Out Location) is irrelevant. if you ever leave it, even to go down to your local Cracker Barrel, you should have your BOB with you.

netexasemt · 10-19-2011, 09:17 PM

I started a thread to vote for a Survival Board. It can be found here:

http://www.thefirearmsforum.com/show...208#post809208

This is under the Suggestion Box area near the bottom of the page.

jack404 · 10-19-2011, 09:21 PM

I dont think i could limit it to 5 things

my day bag or shoulder bag has flints balls powder tool, a pouch of jerky, steel , fire kit , compass , map and toilet paper ( i like some luxury eh) tobacco papers , lighter

my go to flinter has a kit in the butt , oil, flint and 10 wraps ( ball and powder loads in paper ) and a touch hole spike ..

my belt , two basic pouches, with ammo , 2 water bottles a butt pack with more jerky 2 litre bladder, poncho and hootch and its got the Kbar on it and the kershaw set and my axe

the light pack has the mini laptop, batteries and charger , cell phone , cold weather stuff , more food and camel back and sleeping roll

the big pack (Burgen) Arctic bag spares for boots and clothing and utensils and tools

so even just to bug out the rifle day bag and light pack would be three i'd grab and be heading for a shack i put up and collect my burgen thats stashed there , and from there the world could end , i'd not know or worry .. i've a radio there i can listen to it all on .. and if sat net is still up , let you all know about it here

Juker · 10-19-2011, 11:03 PM

I'm buried in work right now, but on Friday I'll post an extensive reply here on our survival and BOB gear.

10-19-2011, 07:27 PM	#1
netexasemt V.I.P. Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: NE Texas Posts: 119	What should be included in a survival pack? I'm sure there are a million different possibilities and numerous different packs and items that should be included. I want to know what everyone keeps in theirs. I use my military issued large ruck sack which has the 3 large outside pockets, on for the canteen, one for my E Tool and an extra one for other things. There are also numerous slots for ammo., knives, and other neccessities on the outside. The inside has two separate compartments, one small, one large. I have things like a compass, matches, paracord, a sewing kit, a small first aid kit, fishing supplies, automatic fishers, etc. Nothing fancy and not a lot of money involved. Ruck sack, E Tool, Canteen, etc. all military issue. Most of the other stuff was around the house. What should be invested in? What would be your recommendations? If something happened and you could only grab 5 things out of your pack, what would it be? -->

10-19-2011, 07:30 PM	#2
cycloneman Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Louisiana Posts: 7,401	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? over the years i have seen some threads dedicated to this I believe you allways need a good bottle of whiskey. __________________ Who are you going to serve today?

10-19-2011, 07:35 PM	#3
grumpy66 Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 32	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? Socks....... Gotta take care of the feet.

10-19-2011, 07:38 PM	#4
Bobitis Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 6,612	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? Firearm/ammo, knife, paracord, fire starter, 1st aid kit. Tough question. Ya could grab food and water, but it'll only last a few days. Is that enough? I don't see where 5 would be enough. __________________ ^.^ A point in every direction is the same as having no point at all

10-19-2011, 07:39 PM	#5
dad2thebone Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 1,357	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? hahaha yea take care of your feet, keep em dry. __________________ 9-11-01 we will never forget.And then we have dec 7 now it's Nov 6th all sad days for our country. And dont whizz on my leg then tell me it's raining.

10-19-2011, 07:41 PM	#6
jack404 Former Guest Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Australia Contributor Posts: 17,622	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? its a situation and personal thing got kid's ? think again just you and the mr's ? rethink just you, sky's the limit mushroom clouds on the horizon ? another rethink government troops gunning down folks ? rethink again you may have a place to go .. you may not so shelter becomes a higher priority food may be what your lacking be armed prepared and open minded and have the basics water, food, shelter, defensive capability, fire capability all the basic's i'd grab a rifle and my day bag and be good where i am now if i was away i'd be grabbing way more , so i could make it to where i am set up .. its all different for all of us ..

10-19-2011, 07:42 PM	#7
dad2thebone Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 1,357	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? we went over having shtf stock before but never got into go bags did we? who knows , memorys going what to do.good question though __________________ 9-11-01 we will never forget.And then we have dec 7 now it's Nov 6th all sad days for our country. And dont whizz on my leg then tell me it's raining.

10-19-2011, 07:51 PM	#8
American Leader Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Iowa Contributor Posts: 1,630	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? Yea, there is a thread on here with "go bags" info but can't remember the title. I'm sure someone will recall though. I'm still tryin to decide what to put in mine?

10-19-2011, 07:58 PM	#9
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,315	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? Whatever you decide is best for a survival pack or bug out bag (as the other thread is named) make sure you include a 50 or 100 dollar bill in it, sealed in a waterproof baggie. I came up with this because if I ever get stranded in the woods and have to eat bugs for however long, even if its just a day or 2, Im gonna want a cheeseburger as soon as i find civilization again, then a shower and a change of clothes. __________________ It takes 43 muscles to frown, 17 to smile, and 3 for proper trigger squeeze. The latest caliber or gear is no substitute for experience and skill. Rifles and cartridges don't make hits -- shooters do. Fact of life: After Monday and Tuesday, even the calendar says WTF!

10-19-2011, 08:01 PM	#10
HunterAlpha1 Former Guest Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Yorktown, VA Posts: 1,049	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? ought to be a dedicated survival board added on here.

10-19-2011, 08:08 PM	#12
Bobitis Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 6,612	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? It's already been discussed in depth, but I agree. The fear I have is bots will turn this into a hate group. __________________ ^.^ A point in every direction is the same as having no point at all

10-19-2011, 08:27 PM	#14
jack404 Former Guest Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Australia Contributor Posts: 17,622	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? Links http://www.thefirearmsforum.com/showthread.php?t=92423 http://www.thefirearmsforum.com/showthread.php?t=87619 http://www.thefirearmsforum.com/showthread.php?t=48496 http://www.thefirearmsforum.com/showthread.php?t=43317

10-19-2011, 08:28 PM	#15
Chinook V.I.P. Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: 17 pulls, into the propwash... Contributor Posts: 423	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? 5 things huh... Im going to go by what 5 things would I grab outta the bug-out-bag, to be included with he stuff I dont live without already... Ammo for the guns I carry - Whats the use of having a firearm...without a use for it! SBGO - Whats the use in having a firearm and ammo, if it wont function properly, or stay clean/corrosion free! Water Purification tabs - Wheres the good in being in any environment with tainted water. Its basically our lifeblood in ANY survival situations. Multi-Tool - Because everybody needs one!(The ones with a "Metal Match" either attached, or as an option.) 550 Cord - Because you are going to have to tie something up at some point! Its uses are literally, ENDLESS!

10-19-2011, 09:03 PM	#18
cycloneman Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Louisiana Posts: 7,401	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? The only way i am leaving is if the air is unsafe to breath. Other than that everyone i know is headed to me. If I have to leave it's cause God has hit the reset button. Bunker down and hold on. __________________ Who are you going to serve today?

10-19-2011, 09:10 PM	#19
islenos Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: West Texas Posts: 1,244	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? never underestimate the power of a simple deck of cards __________________

10-19-2011, 09:11 PM	#21
cycloneman Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Louisiana Posts: 7,401	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? ok ill play along 5 things hugh 1. something easy to start fire, matches, lighter. You will need heat 2. radio 3. protien bars 4. Pistol with lots of ammo 5. ax I thought hard about water but usually water can be found easily. __________________ Who are you going to serve today?

10-19-2011, 09:12 PM	#22
HunterAlpha1 Former Guest Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Yorktown, VA Posts: 1,049	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? so do you guys who are already at your bugout locations always stay home? you never go to work, friends houses, grocery shopping, picking up kids/grandkids from school/home, gun shows, or anywhere else, you're just complete shutins? the whole point of a BOB is that you take it with you when you leave your home, and it has the supplies needed to survive on until you get back to your retreat. the fact that you already live at your BOL(Bug Out Location) is irrelevant. if you ever leave it, even to go down to your local Cracker Barrel, you should have your BOB with you.

10-19-2011, 09:17 PM	#23
netexasemt V.I.P. Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: NE Texas Posts: 119	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? I started a thread to vote for a Survival Board. It can be found here: http://www.thefirearmsforum.com/show...208#post809208 This is under the Suggestion Box area near the bottom of the page.

10-19-2011, 09:21 PM	#24
jack404 Former Guest Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Australia Contributor Posts: 17,622	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? I dont think i could limit it to 5 things my day bag or shoulder bag has flints balls powder tool, a pouch of jerky, steel , fire kit , compass , map and toilet paper ( i like some luxury eh) tobacco papers , lighter my go to flinter has a kit in the butt , oil, flint and 10 wraps ( ball and powder loads in paper ) and a touch hole spike .. my belt , two basic pouches, with ammo , 2 water bottles a butt pack with more jerky 2 litre bladder, poncho and hootch and its got the Kbar on it and the kershaw set and my axe the light pack has the mini laptop, batteries and charger , cell phone , cold weather stuff , more food and camel back and sleeping roll the big pack (Burgen) Arctic bag spares for boots and clothing and utensils and tools so even just to bug out the rifle day bag and light pack would be three i'd grab and be heading for a shack i put up and collect my burgen thats stashed there , and from there the world could end , i'd not know or worry .. i've a radio there i can listen to it all on .. and if sat net is still up , let you all know about it here

10-19-2011, 11:03 PM	#25
Juker Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Land of Lincoln Contributor Posts: 2,872	Re: What should be included in a survival pack? I'm buried in work right now, but on Friday I'll post an extensive reply here on our survival and BOB gear. __________________ SHOOT FIRST. SHOOT SECOND. MOST IMPORTANTLY, BE THE MAN WHO'S SHOOTING LAST.