Saturday, August 31, 2013

Finding A Premade Bug Out Bag For Sale

By Amanda Baird


Rather than spending time researching and purchasing items individually for an evacuation kit, you should consider obtaining a premade bug out bag for sale. This collection will save a lot of effort in identifying many of the helpful and necessary components, but it will also help you to learn more about the type of elements which should be included. There are many things that would be important in your kit that you may not have realized previously.

A bug out bag is also known by a number of other terms. These include a BOB; I'm Never Coming Home Kit; a Get Out of Dodge bag; a Go Bag, Grab Bag, or Personal Emergency Relocation Kit. Other users refer to a 72-Hour Kit or a Battle Box. Some of these names are linked to the armed services Bail Out Bag.

The idea behind creating such a bag is to be ready to evacuate your home quickly if necessary and survive for up to 72-hours. The contents of the bag should provide for short term and emergency survival. Typically, it would not be provide long term survival elements. This type of bag is much different than packing for a holiday weekend at a resort.

The bag itself should be durable and large enough to hold the items you choose to include. Water resistant materials are important if you are leaving in storm or flooding conditions. A container that is the right side and weight for the person who is carrying it is important. Many people choose a back pack type which can be worn comfortably for extended periods.

Choosing the right sized bag for the person carrying it is important. You must be able to lift and carry the weight of the items inside or it will be useless to you in an emergency. Durability of the construction materials is crucial.

When purchasing a bag, you can expect that it will provide the minimum food, water, shelter and clothing items that you would need in an emergency. The next level of components adds to comfort. These might include lights, a first aid kit and soap. You will also need medical items, identification documents and maps, as well as some cash.

You will also have to include elements of necessary items that are unique to family members and pets. For example, infants and the elderly may have specific needs. Personalizing bags means identifying the needs of the people involved and planning for those needs.

A premade bug out bag for sale can be a way to get you thinking. It is important that you use the prepared bag as a starting point to spark your thinking. You should be aware of the items that are included and why they are important. If you live in an area where the evacuation requirements are likely to be different, it is important to make adjustments to the basic components.




About the Author:



No comments:

Post a Comment