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

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

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

Question #2: Why should you try to avoid sleeping directly on the ground?

To avoid getting your clothes wet. To avoid bugs. To eliminate the risk of contracting disease. To keep from losing body heat.

Sleeping on the ground can lead to loss of body heat. You'll retain more warmth by piling grass or pine needles on the ground to sleep on.

Question #3: How long can a healthy human go without food as long as they have water?

4 Weeks 8 Weeks 3 Days 7 Days

A healthy person, properly hydrated, can last up to 8 weeks without food. This is not to say that they will be able to operate as they normally would with food. The starvation process will leave you without energy and unable to perform basic survival tasks.

Question #4: Which of the following does NOT provide clues to help orient you toward true north?

Moss Wind Speed Ant Hills North Star

Wind speed. While not precise directional guides, moss on trees and ant hills can help you to figure out what direction you're facing. In the Northern Hemisphere, moss on the south side of trees will be thicker and greener because that side often gets more sun; ants often build their nests on the south or southeastern side of trees, where it's warmer.

Question #5: Which symptom determines if you are experiencing SEVERE dehydration?

Dizziness Rapid heart beat Dry mouth Vomiting and diarrhea

Dry mouth and a rapid heartbeat is a sign for moderate dehydration. Vomiting and diarrhea is a strong indication for severe dehydration.

Question #6: Insect larvae contains a lot of protein. Where are the best places to find these insect eggs?

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

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

Question #7: On Average, How Many Days Can You Survive Without Water?

3 7 1 5

The human body begins severe dehydration, that leads to death in 3 days.

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: What is a bug out bag used for?

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

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.

Question #11: Why should you melt snow or ice before drinking it?

To avoid dehydration To avoid brain freeze To avoid cutting your mouth To purify it

Eating frozen snow and ice will reduce your core body temperature and can lead to dehydration.

Question #12: Which crucial need you should first address if you are lost in the woods during a thunderstorm?

Fire Shelter Food Water

Shelter from the elements is your first priority. Hypothermia can set in within 20 minutes, shelter will keep you from losing more heat and allow you to raise your body temperature. Once your shelter has been established you can focus on water, then food.