First off I changed my bag.I got a MOLLE ll 3 day assault pack in Army camo.It has several MOLLEs on the bag along with 6 buckles on the sides to hold more gear.I did some research and it is supposedly water proof but I wouldn’t put too much faith in that so I have a garbage bag in the outer pocket in case of rain.It has a chest and waist belt to help support the weight evenly.I put a utility pouch on the side and inside of the pouch is a couple of packs of MRE crackers,2 instant oatmeal packs,a poncho top,small multi tool,and a magnesium fire starter.In the main compartment I have a long sleeve shirt 100% cotton and a watch cap in a zip lock bag.In another zip lock bag I have a pair of wool socks and a shemagh.I have my KaBar USMC fighting/utility knife in a waterproof sheath,my canteen with cook cup in a Vietnam era cover.A MOLLE pouch with about 200 foot of para cord,a water proof match tube,and some thread in a water proof capsule.I have a stainless steel bottle with a small rag,a nail,3 zip ties,a napkin,a small bottle with first aid stuff in it,a small toothbrush,and about 2 feet of para cord in it.Also in the main compartment I have a jungle camo boonie with para cord weaved through the MOLLEs on the rim of it.I have a small head lamp in there too.There is a smaller compartment that I keep my Army SURVIVAL field manual in a zip lock bag in.I keep 2 strips of duct tape folded up in there and a small pocket saw.I keep a bandana in the outside pocket of the bag that is closest to my back for a little added comfort to my back.Also inside the smaller compartment I have a few MRE coffee packets and sugar packets.I can attach my sleeping bag to the bag easily also.I use to have much more extra stuff in another pack but I cut back on my gear to make it lighter and make more room.I am very happy with this set up I wanted to get some opinions from some of you and what you keep in your packs.And Chris,please don’t post the link to that check list site,I disagree with a few things on there.
A few good answers and a couple of people who are quick to judge.I never said anything about zombies.As for the bag itself,I love it,not because it "looks cool" but because it has several pockets and is easy to get what I need from it quickly.I forgot to mention I carry a small compass.As for the KaBar I would not go into the woods without it around here because the woods I hunt and camp in are very thick with thorns and other sh*t that you get tangled in.I don’t even know of any marked trails around my area.My grandfather,cousins,brothers and I have been hunting in the woods behind my grandfather’s house for as long as I can remember.I forgot about the negatives of cotton,I was a welder for a few years and you didn’t want to wear anything but 100% wool or cotton when welding.Thanks for reminding me of the negatives of taking that.I buy my gear at an Army store close to my house because it is a small business,low prices,good gear and I know the owner pretty well.Not because I want to p
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I have to ask, what kind of emergency are you preparing for?
When do you predict a breakdown in society will occur that will force you from your home and head to the hills?
I am all for being prepared when you head to the woods, but why prepare for the worse when you are on a three hour day hike on a marked trail?
Survival means different things depending where you are trying to survive. In the dry heat of the Southwest, staying hydrated is the biggest problem. At high elevations, coping with cold temps and at times wildly fluctuating weather conditions. Shelter, staying dry, and keeping warm are more important.
A member of the family once told me it would be pretty poor planning if I did not have matches and/or a lighter available to start a fire.
As to your survival bag, ditch the 100% cotton garments. Wool or synthetic is much better at controlling moisture. I would carry at least two pairs of wool socks. Powder the inside of the socks before storing them in the zip-loc bag.
What I see lacking is water purification device or chemicals, not much in the way of food, little means of carrying water, and not much in the way of cold weather clothing. No signaling or navigating devises. No plastic drop sheet or garbage bag. Plastic sheeting can be used for shelter to keep you dry. I pack two sets of spare re-chargeable batteries and a solar powered re-charger. I carry a small one battery flashlight along with a headlight. Both devises use the same size battery.
Again, I wonder what you are preparing for?
Good Luck
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