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Ultimate Bug Out Bag Tutorial – Survivalist Blog

Building or buying the “Ultimate Bug Out Bag” is relative to each person’s situation. This is because these bags are designed to save your life and help you escape from danger or keep you alive while you head towards safety. The scope of this tutorial will be dedicated to the thought that is needed when planning and your bug out bag.

A “Bug Out Bag” or BOB is a pack you can carry that contains various items you will need to survive for a short or extended period of time. It should be designed to grab and take with you if you have to leave your residence in the event of an crisis.

The ultimate bug out bag should be personalized to your geographical location and the probability of natural disasters in that region, so there is no magic formula for building one. However, this short tutorial will give you a good foundation to build on and some ideas to get you on the right track.

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Survival Quiz - Survivalist Blog

Question #1: Insect larvae contains a lot of protein. Where are the best places to find these insect eggs?

Animal droppings. Moist areas under rocks and logs. Attached to the insect. Dry river beds.

Insect eggs can be found in moist areas under rocks and inside rotten tree logs or stumps.

Question #2: What’s the LEAST important survival tool for a novice in a jungle scenario?

Machete Fire starter Tarp Compass Water filter

The ability to shelter yourself from the elements, start a fire, clear brush, defend yourself, and provide clean drinking water are the most important tools. A compass is a very important tool, however if you are lost, the most recommended strategy is to shelter in place for those who will be looking for you.

Question #3: Which of the following can kill you the quickest?

Hypothermia Frostbite Dehydration Sun exposure

Sun exposure, frostbite and dehydration can take days to kill you, hypothermia happens in a matter of minutes.

Question #4: In an emergency situation, drinking small amounts of salt water will keep you from dehydrating until fresh water can be found.

True False

Drinking any amount of salt water will further dehydrate you and in larger quantities cause organ failure.

Question #5: An insect diet can actually save your life by providing you with which of these much-needed bodily sources of energy?

Carbohydrates Protein Fat Sugars

The majority of an insect’s body is pure protein. Insects actually hold more than three times the amount of protein (for their size) as beef. carbohydrates

Question #6: If your feet stay wet for a prolonged period, you can develop:

Trench foot Athlete’s foot Toe Jam Smelly Feet

Trench foot is a medical condition caused by prolonged exposure of the feet to damp, unsanitary, and cold conditions. It was also the number three injury, behind bullets and shrapnel, in both world wars, that disabled soldiers.

Question #7: What do lush vegetation and swarming insects often indicate?

Dead animals Fertile Soil Water Edible Plants

Plant life, insects, bird flight paths and animal tracks can all point toward water sources.

Question #8: Hypothermia Generally Only Happens in Cold Weather.

False True

Hypothermia happens during all seasons and temperatures, usually due to exposure to water that leads to the lowering of your body temperature.

Question #9: What internal temperature is required to break down bacteria cells in meat?

160 350 325 250

Bacteria begins to break down at 160° Fahrenheit.

Question #10: It’s a good idea to build your shelter near what?

Under Trees A water source Dry river beds Cliffs

Staying near a source of water is a good idea when building a shelter. You should avoid natural hazards like cliffs and dry river beds.

Question #11: In a survival scenario, you should avoid eating insects that ____.

Have stingers. Are brightly colored or pungent. Have a hard shell. Have more than 6 legs.

Brightly colored, or strong smelling insects are a clear warning sign for you to avoid, many are poisonous.

Question #12: What is a bug out bag used for?

A bag of survival gear to keep in your bug out location. Bag containing survival gear that you can grab quickly to escape trouble. Keeping bugs from getting into your food storage. A small bag of Military MRE'S for camping or hiking.

Bug out bags are used to store survival gear and equipment that will help you evacuate your home and "bug out" to a predetermined, or open ended location.