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

160 325 250 350

Bacteria begins to break down at 160° Fahrenheit.

Question #3: If your feet stay wet for a prolonged period, you can develop:

Smelly Feet Trench foot Athlete’s foot Toe Jam

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

Compass Water filter Tarp Fire starter Machete

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

3 5 7 1

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

Question #6: Hypothermia Generally Only Happens in Cold Weather.

True False

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

Question #7: What is a bug out bag used for?

A bag of survival gear to keep in your bug out location. A small bag of Military MRE'S for camping or hiking. Keeping bugs from getting into your food storage. 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 #8: Why should you try to avoid sleeping directly on the ground?

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

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 #9: 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.

Question #10: What feature of the snake is NOT used to determine if the snake is venomous?

Eyes Location Tongue Tail Head Markings

Tongue. Venomous snakes tend to have elliptical pupils, while non-venomous snakes have round pupils. This is not foolproof though, as the venomous coral snake has round pupils. Not to mention you don't want to get that close to a snake to find out!