The first and most important item in every Bug Out Bag List is most likely the bag itself. It doesn’t take long to realize that looking for a bag to use for your bug out bag can be a daunting task. There are plenty of options and an exhaustible list of great choices. At Bug Out Bag Academy, we like to keep things as simple as possible. For your convenience, we’ve dug up reviews and compared several of the best... Keep reading
A Bug Out Bag List is Not One Size Fits All Quite simply, we at Bug Out Bag Academy believe an excellent bug out bag starts with a great Bug Out Bag List. It doesn’t necessarily mean everything you put on the list will end up going into your bag, but at least you’ve got a pretty good idea of where to start. The last thing we want is for people like you to not start because you... Keep reading
Why are we writing a bug out bag guide or what all needs to be included on your bug out bag checklist? Well, if you’re like us, it doesn’t take long to feel anxious or uneasy about where the world is headed when glancing at today’s headlines. Seemingly, not a day goes by that news doesn’t flash across our televisions or computer screens reporting of the latest catastrophic natural disaster, terrorist attack or threat, or even the imminent collapse of some... Keep reading
We just had a new baby girl in our household… (Yikes!) So naturally, as “The Protector” I’ve been going around making sure everything meant to keep us safe is in good operating condition. Speaking of, is it too early to start cleaning my gun collection? Anyway, it’s a good thing I went poking around… As you know, part of preparedness success is prevention of emergencies in the first place. This includes Fire Safety at Home…... Keep reading
Recently, I saw someone asking a question about prepping on the popular question and answer site, Quora. The questioner so eloquently asked: “Are preppers crazy, or do they have a point?” That was it, no further elaboration needed apparently! I normally don’t entertain internet trolls and just keep scrolling, but for some reason this one stuck with me. I mean, maybe this person was legitimately searching for justification to go against the grain of society and begin prepping themselves.... Keep reading
Have you heard the saying, “The best knife for your bug out bag is the one you have on you at the moment you need it?” If you’ve ever found yourself without when you needed one, you know this all too well to be true. That said, a good, reliable knife is one of the most valuable additions to your Bug Out Bag you can make. Reason being… Your knife will likely be your primary tool when building... Keep reading
I don’t know about you, but as part of my career I spend a fair amount of time discussing Bugging Out on “prepper” and “survival” related forums. Not surprisingly, it’s is one of the most popular discussion topics. On any given day, there are lively debates on everything Bug Out related. Topics ranging from: – What is the Best Bug Out Bag (BOB) – What to Put in a Bug Out Bag – Bug Out Vehicles (BOVs)... Keep reading
Could having something as simple as a car fire extinguisher prevented a recent 2018 California wildfire? It’s a tough question to ask (and I’m certainly no specialist in fire forensics), but I’m going to ask it anyway… Here’s why: the headlines are filled with bad news of wildfires burning their way through entire communities, destroying thousands of homes, and upheaving the livelihoods of scores of residents and neighboring wildlife. Already one of the 6 largest wildfires in... Keep reading
Before we get into “What is the Best Bug Out Bag Food for You” I want to set the stage for this article with a really quick history lesson. It applies. I promise. 🙂 Napoleon Bonaparte is often credited with saying “An army marches on its stomach.” While the provenance, or origin of the saying is debatable, it’s an accurate observation. Your ability to fight and function properly in high stress situations depends a lot on what... Keep reading
Survival fire kits are a core component of any bug out bag, but as with many aspects of a bug out bag list, many also wonder what to include on their fire kit list as well. Well, wonder no more. Stanford Outdoor Supply has just come up with the perfect grouping of 5 star ready-made survival kit supplements including the BOSS Fire Kit (“B.O.S.S.” = Bug Out Survival Supplement). As the packaging states, “BOSS Kits are standalone, function specific supplemental modules made... Keep reading
I hope Survival Santa is going to visit your house this year, but just in case he gets lost, here are a few of our favorite gift ideas to treat yourself or someone you know (hint: we’ve saved the best for last)! And the great thing is, regardless of your budget, there’s something here for every bug out bag! Read on to see our “Top 10 Best Survival Gear in 2018…” 1) Condor 3 Day Assault Pack The Condor... Keep reading
Why is it important to have a “go bag” ready in case of a natural or other disaster? A go bag, otherwise known as a bug out bag or 72 hour bag, is important to have on hand when disaster strikes. When something bad happens, time is of the essence and mere seconds can mean the difference between life and death. Take the recent wildfires for example. Having a go bag, already pre-packed with everything you need to make your... Keep reading
Fire is a critical survival need that we must address with our bug out bags. The importance of having the means to make fire cannot be overemphasized. You can either buy a pre-made survival fire kit like this one or you can make your own DIY Fire kit. Making your own is what we’ll be discussing today. Practical Uses for Fire It will keep you warm, dry you out, and disinfect your water. On top of that, there is... Keep reading
