Trash Bag Survival

Yep, you read it right, I said trash bag. I keep several cheap trash bags in my BOB and a few in each of my vehicles. I was going to list all the uses for a trash bag in a survival situation when I found this link. Who would have guessed that a trash bag could be so useful. If you are reading this you are most likely a Survivalist, Prepper or at least someone who is interested in surviving. Take a look at the link and you will be surprised at what can be done with the Lowly Garbage Bag.

The Multiple Uses of the Lowly Garbage Bag

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DIY Bug Out Bag

If you're looking for a cheap BOB that you can make yourself check out Joe at Viking Preparedness. You will also find a lot of other useful info there. Click on over and tell 'em Bullseye sent ya. Just couldn't leave ya tonight without something in the prep department.

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The Childs BOB Survival Pal for kids

In my last post we talked about BOB's (Bug Out Bags) and what we had in them. My question was, do I need a stove or not. I am happy to say that you all gave me a lot of good options and opinions on BOB stoves. I thank you all for taking time to comment and leave me your suggestions and letting me know what's in your BOB. One of the comments was from Team Hall and really got me to thinking about BOB's for the whole family. It is recommended to have one for each member of the family. Here is Team Hall's comment,

"Okay now for the female portion of the comments...lol I can't think about "just me" and bugging out...there are 2 little people who depend on me. And one of those little people will still want a hot milk on demand. Until I can come up with a different solution I have to pack extra gear like that."

Thank you Team Hall for that comment. That comment gave me the inspiration for this post on BOB's for the kids. If any of you have small children preparedness takes on a whole new meaning and attitude. Not only do we have to keep ourselves alive and well but we have to make sure that our children are safe as well. Me personally, if my kids don't make, there's no use for me to make any longer. I can not live without them nor will I. That is why I do all I can to insure their safety. It is my job to keep us all alive and well. Serious business.

I had intended to make this item next week's Bullseye's Pick of the Week but felt it is much to important to wait. Below you will see a Survival Pal for Children, you can also find this item in my store, Bullseye's Survival Gear. There is a link at the top right hand corner of this blog. Here is a little information about what you will find in this Child's BOB.

Product Description

This compact survival kit is packed neatly into a durable waterproof cooler bag. It is designed for children 11 years old or younger. The red cooler bag has the words "Survival Kit" on the front, an adjustable shoulder strap, tie-down cords on top, and a reflector stripe on the back. The kit includes the following: Food and Water: 3 Boxes of Aqua Blox Water Boxes - twice the amount of water as leading suppliers 12 - 200 Calorie Food Bars 10 Water Purification Tablets - each tablet purifies 1 liter of water Light and Communication: Mini Scan Radio with Headphones and Batteries Rechargeable Squeeze Flashlight - contains lithium batteries which last up to 30 hours and also is able to generate power through squeezing 5-in-1 Survival Whistle Shelter and Warmth: Emergency Survival Sleeping Bag - Recommended over common "space blankets." Emergency Poncho for Children Tools: N95 Respirator Dust Mask Hygiene and Sanitation: 3 Tempo Pocket Tissue Packs 3 Wet Wipes for Hygiene First Aid: 42 Piece Pocket First Aid Kit - contains 42 pieces - 10 spot bandages, 10 sheer junior,5 sheer medium, 5 sheer strips, 2 antibacterial, 3 clear strips, 2 fabric strips, 1 extra large, 2 alcohol pads, and 2 gauze pads Entertainment: Activity Coloring Book with 8 Crayons - contains pictures to color and activities to help keep a childs mind occupied Emergency Survival Kit Information: This survival kit was designed using advice from experts in the emergency preparedness industry. It follows guidelines given by government agencies and non-profit preparedness organizations.

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What's in your BOB ??

I have been reworking my BOB, I do that often. Take out this and put in that, ya know. Always thinking about what I would really use and what is just taking up valuable space and adding useless weight. The thing that has been in and out of my BOB many times is a small camp stove. I keep asking myself this question and I would love your input on this. Do I really need to cook if I am in a situation where my BOB is in use?? I mean, this thing is just to sustain me for 3 days max, getting me from point A to point B right? If in this Bug Out situation do I really need to cook a hot meal? Would energy bars and snacks not be enough to keep me in pretty good shape for just 3 days max? Would I really want to stop everything and cook a meal if I'm bugging out? I feel like I may be in a bit of a hurry to get to point B if I am on the run. Hell, I go more than 3 days all the time without a home cooked meal, just a PB&J on the go keeps me sustained and healthy. I know that it may not be a great idea to do this for an extended amount of time but I think I can make it just fine for 3 days with energy bars and a few snacks. Keep in mind bugging out is not just a camping trip. If you REALLY have to Bug Out there is some pretty serious shit going down somewhere close to you or where you have just been. I would think getting to your Plan B destination as quickly as possible with few stops along the way is the best plan.

OK, now, do you have a stove in your BOB?? Have you really thought about where, why and how you would use it in a SHTF scenario?? Do you really think you will have time to stop and cook on the way to your destination?? I am asking because I'm just not sure if a stove has a place in my BOB anymore. I may be looking at this thing all wrong. I would love to hear from all of you on this subject. Do you have a stove in your BOB?? Should I keep one in mine?? And do you think going 3 days max without a hot meal is going to, in some way, hurt your chances of survival or making it to Point B?? Well, I got questions, any answers out there?? Love to hear from everyone so maybe we can all decide once and for all the answer to this mystifying question.

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