SHTF Bag

[Sharpshooter9x19]

Ok Let me preface this thread by saying this is NOT a Bug-Out bag suggestion forum (We'll get into that later...). I'm just wondering what my fellow PAFOA members carry with them daily in case of a SHTF scenario, Zombie apocalypse, Act of Domestic terrorism, invasion by Koala bears, etc.

I Pack my Camelbak HAWG (military model, not civilian) with the following:

From top left:
-3 4.25 oz Emergency water rations
-One Mayday 2400 kcal Food Ration
-One G19 mag (loaded)
-One 50 rd box S&B 115gr FMJ
-One pack of Orange PEZ (yes, PEZ! Sugar=Energy)
-One emergency space blanket
-2 AA batteries
-Water purification tabs (For 100oz bladder in Camelbak)
-Butane lighter w built-in LED
-Sharpie
-10x25 Binoculars
-Folding Buck knife (1/2 serrated)
-LED AA Flashlight
-Compass
-QR Topical Powder (Basic styptic/Quick clot; hurts like hell but works)
-Load bearing carabiner
-Handkercheif


I always have my bag in my trunk no matter where I go, and rarely alter the contents. This is what I typically carry when hiking, geocaching, hunting, etc. My GPS would be in the bag as well, but it took a s**t so I'm looking for a replacement unit right now.
I usually add actual perishable food when doing these activities, and always have my G19 on me. I do have a bug out kit(not exactly a bag) at home that is much more comprehensive, but since I don't know too many people that carry that kind of gear daily I was wondering if anyone else practices this philosophy?

[Rosco the Iroc]

I still have my Y2K pack out.
AK-47- then I can take what I need.

No really for the hurricanes down here I have extra batteries, bottle water right before, a large cooler to pack the fridge in, and plenty of charcoal.
Yea and the AK. If it would be too much (hits NC or north as a cat3) We would bug out to PA.

[Siobhra]

I keep a diaper bag in the truck for a SHTF bag. If I were to have to leave the truck to hoof it the diaper bag will be a less tempting target to steal. Who's going to waste the effort or take the risk to steal diapers? But a bag that looks like a backpack would also look like it might have in it a lot of the things people would want when the SHTF. A baby carrier on the front of you could hold a lot of ammo and maybe a MRI or two if also wrapped in a baby blanket.

Be prepared but don't look prepared.

[tobyking8773]

I have a Get Home Bag packed pretty similar to yours that is ALWAYS w/ me when i leave home for any signif. distance. I also have a winter emergency bag in the Jeep right now as well- LBE w/its essential components, warm dry clothes, some food & water, winter sleeping bag and more that i can't think of w/o looking in it again....

but then again, my commute is 40 miles one way....Yeah, farther than i WANNA walk if things get BAD but I'd be better off walking home prepared than not....I SHOULD throw a small portable raft in there too since I have to cross the mighty Susq. daily


Be safe(and PREPARED!)

-Toby

[mikepro8]

Whats with the Pez???

[notenoughguns]

I keep a diaper bag in the truck for a SHTF bag. If I were to have to leave the truck to hoof it the diaper bag will be a less tempting target to steal. Who's going to waste the effort or take the risk to steal diapers? But a bag that looks like a backpack would also look like it might have in it a lot of the things people would want when the SHTF. A baby carrier on the front of you could hold a lot of ammo and maybe a MRI or two if also wrapped in a baby blanket.

Be prepared but don't look prepared.

Now thats using your head and I think a stained diaper on top would clinch the ruse ( not joking ) doesn't have to be the real thing , mustard works
Rep your way

[Lazylaser]

Add some paracord to that pack.

[Sharpshooter9x19]

Whats with the Pez???

Everybody loves PEZ!
One of the first things I was taught about "Non-violent crisis intervention" from my Gunny was "when you run into a situation where the SOB is either bigger than you, badder than you, or you simply don't have time to f**k him up, walk up to him and say "PEZ!" as you hold out a dispenser. He's gonna think you're out of you F**kin gourd, and if you're that nuts he won't f**k with you. He WILL, however, take a PEZ! F**kin delicious!"
-Just gave away a trade secret, but I know it's for the greater good!

Besides Orange PEZ are delicious.... God I hope this thread stays on topic & doesn't turn into a PEZ-fest......

[Sharpshooter9x19]

Add some paracord to that pack.

Nice! Can't believe I forgot to add 550 cord. Duct tape might not be a bad idea. Works great as a bandage too. Rep sent.

[WVneighbor]

Ok Let me preface this thread by saying this is NOT a Bug-Out bag suggestion forum (We'll get into that later...). I'm just wondering what my fellow PAFOA members carry with them daily in case of a SHTF scenario, Zombie apocalypse, Act of Domestic terrorism, invasion by Koala bears, etc.

I Pack my Camelbak HAWG (military model, not civilian) with the following:

From top left:
-3 4.25 oz Emergency water rations
-One Mayday 2400 kcal Food Ration
-One G19 mag (loaded)
-One 50 rd box S&B 115gr FMJ
-One pack of Orange PEZ (yes, PEZ! Sugar=Energy)
-One emergency space blanket
-2 AA batteries
-Water purification tabs (For 100oz bladder in Camelbak)
-Butane lighter w built-in LED
-Sharpie
-10x25 Binoculars
-Folding Buck knife (1/2 serrated)
-LED AA Flashlight
-Compass
-QR Topical Powder (Basic styptic/Quick clot; hurts like hell but works)
-Load bearing carabiner
-Handkercheif


I always have my bag in my trunk no matter where I go, and rarely alter the contents. This is what I typically carry when hiking, geocaching, hunting, etc. My GPS would be in the bag as well, but it took a s**t so I'm looking for a replacement unit right now.
I usually add actual perishable food when doing these activities, and always have my G19 on me. I do have a bug out kit(not exactly a bag) at home that is much more comprehensive, but since I don't know too many people that carry that kind of gear daily I was wondering if anyone else practices this philosophy?

Can't think of anything other than a multi-tool and duct tape.