03 juillet 2015

Get Your Prepper Survival Pack Ready For That Day

By Edna Booker


There are many things that can happen out there. Many people think that those things will involve a foreign invasion, an overbearing government or a large flood. It could also be massive power outages or other weather related issues. When things like this happens, you will have to leave your home, possibly for quite a while. That is when you will need what experts call a Prepper Survival Pack.

This unit is very often called a bug out bag. And it has a purpose that is critical. It is designed and should be planned to provide vital items for your survival. Each member of your family or other group you will be traveling with should have their own bag or kit. This is the part about personal responsibility that everyone hears about.

The time line for the use of this kit is about three days. That means you will be living out of this pack or bag for that time, at least. This amount of time should enable you and your party to find something that is a more secure, whether that be with other family or friends or a site that can be fortified, if worse comes to worse. A good look at the ingredients of this kit will help you understand the importance of preparation.

Three days of water is heavy. Do not believe that you will be able to take a shower everyday. The water you carry will be for hydrating your body as in drinking and cooking and cleaning dishes. The need for water, especially if you are on the run, is vital for the proper functioning of your body.

Food is next on the list. Do not pack a lot of cans as these get heavy very fast. Dehydrated snacks and meals are available in many survival stores and some are found in regular grocery outlets. These are light weight and only need a little water and some heat to make them a nutritional meal. Military personnel use these in the field and you are definitely in the field.

The prepper will also need something that can serve as a roof and, possibly, a wall or two. This can be accomplished with a tent or a tarp that can be thrown over a limb or fence post. A sleeping bag for everyone will also help you get some sleep in a cold environment. Sleep is something that you need especially if you are going to be on the move most of the time.

First aid is something most people do not think about when at home. Medical care may be few and far between, so you will need bandages, disinfectant and sanitary wipes as a bare minimum. Regular medications your party takes will need to be included as well as pain relievers and anti inflammatory drugs. Water purification pills will also help in a last resort sort of attempt at sanitary drinking water.

When you have to leave your home, in an emergency, having all of the basics will help you survive. Having all of this in position to grab as you head out the door will give you some peace of mind. Remember you are preparing for that day because you have no idea, right now, when that day will occur.




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