Van Life Safety MUST HAVES for Living in a Van
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- Опубліковано 27 чер 2024
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MUST HAVES for Nomad Survival! PART 2
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Grind the banana chips and put it in a zip bag. Mix it in your oatmeal and maybe bring a jar of peanut butter.
These are just some of the things I keep in my emergency packs that haven’t been listed by others:
A BPA-free water bottle that collapses
Styptic pencil to stop bleeding fast
Clove oil - a drop on piece of gauze/cotton will stop tooth pain in its tracks
Strong sewing needles & coat strength thread for suturing or clothes/backpack repairs, etc.
Spare pair of eyeglasses (they’re my eyes)
Packets of electrolytes, Starbucks Via instant coffee packets, Green tea bags (drink the tea & then you can put wet teabag on a wound)
Package of unscented baby wipes
Old cotton pillowcase (fill with dry leaves as pillow, or rip into strips for first aid, trail markers, etc.)
Heavy duty aluminum foil; just unroll large sections & then fold into squares for cooking, emergency signaling, etc.
Empty ZipLock bags
Swiss army knife, small axe; folding saw & shovel
Marine whistle that will blow the ears off your head
A flint; waterproof matches
Set of carabiners
Poly rope
Fishing line with hooks
Space blanket
Notepad & carpenter’s pencil(s), permanent Magic Marker
A small tube of Gorilla Glue
Complete first aid kit for both me and my dog.
Yes! My kit has an old king size pillow case (bright yellow) instead of a bandana. It adds that ability to carry things.
I don't know why our kit doesn't have a styptic pencil...it's in the bathroom medicine cabinet. Great idea...thanks.
Plumbers candles? Good for light and heating water for cup of hot drink. You had some great ideas for your bag.
Nice. Thanks
@@dalekundtz760 I have never heard of a plumbers candle. Please, what makes it special ? Where would they be available if one were to want plumbers candles
Thank you for another great video. My backpacking gear is my go bag. 12.5 to 13.75 base weight. Just add food to the Ursack and go. The extra pond and a quarter is for cold conditions. I have a six Moons Design Gatewood Cape shelter /poncho, and 6 stakes, a bivy bag for bug and sleeping bag/ quilt protection. I use a plastic trash compactor bag to line my backpack. My Kitchen is a REI ti-wear kettle and lid, a titanium long handled spoon, mess kit measuring cup, a small cold soaking leak proof plastic jar, aluminium foil, a canister stove and fuel canister, a mini Bic lighter with safety tab removed and a ferrous rod, and a small Swiss army classic knife. Clothes are what I hike in, depending on the time of year and terrain. Extra clothes for the season. Wind shirt and pants, hat, headnet and gloves. Rain coat and skirt or pants. Puffy jacket, or vest or fleece layer, beene, buff, or down balaclava. Under wear 2 pair, 2 day wear socks one sleep sock set. Bidet, cleaning cloth, pee rag and a cut down bandana. Finally I carry an umbrella and I use trekking poles. I have a repair first aid kit with a few fish hooks and some fishing line, 50 foot of survival cord and some bank line, compass, maps, small head lamp, smart phone and a SPOT device. I have a Sawyer Squeeze water filter and Iodine tablets for back up. I usually have 2 to 6 liters of water carrying capacity. I'm an older verticality challenged woman so I seldom carry more than 20 pounds in my backpack. In the USA you can usually walk out of the back country to civilization in 2 to 5 days. Alaska is the exception to this, but I have never been there yet. You really don't need much to survive, and your brain is really your best tool. Thank you again for the thought provoking video. Safe travels.
I have a mashed down vacuum sealed roll of toilet paper in all of my go bags, get home bags, emergency bags. And a generous packet of baby wipes. I'm serious, you do not want adult diaper rash!
Packets of ensure or liquid IV to add to water for extra electrolytes. Always pack sunscreen! The sun can be brutal if you’re not prepared ☀️ Stay safe out there❤️
I love liquid Iv
Where to get this liquid IV
@@spirithawk2418 Costco or Amazon
One of my favorite memories with my son sitting on tarp in garage and updating our emergency backpacks we keep in our cars.one thing you didn't mention was in swapping out seasonal clothing take in consideration weight changes. I was out somewhere and had food spilled over me, I thought at least I have pair jeans and tee shirt in backpack in car,oops hadn't update clothing I had gained weight. Sadly I longer have my son to share in this as he passed away. He is the one who got me started. My husband doesn't understand how important it is to be prepared. In my younger days I was a hiker loved backpacking wish we had cell phone and GPS then.
Remember some items will have expiration dates. Its a good idea to go through your kit and replace anything that is expired or close to it. Also don't forget to include any medications you might need.
Brian having a ham license and a uv5r impressed me. And he had already done so..
Y'all are a blend of how I well, used to roll until my dog dies a year ago and I don't hike near as much as I did with her.
I really appreciate these self rescue videos. I hope folks are listening and not simply hearing
. Everything Y'all said has huge value.
Outstanding!
If Life or Property is threatened its legal to transmit on ham radios.
Sorry to hear about your Dog. I was devastated when mine died around 8 years ago. I finally broke down and got another Border Collie pup. He's now going on two years old.
Bob, I love ya and was concerned about the channel when you said you would be taking "a step back", but I'm confident you're leaving the channel in EXCELLENT hands. Brian is wicked smart, well traveled, and a seasoned nomad. He is well spoken, does well on videos and has a TON of good info/advice. I am anxious about what he will bring to channel. He reminds me of a science teacher I had in high school.
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Bob and Brian great team! Glad he is on board.
Excellent! I love these kinds of videos! I have added multivitamins to my day bag. I figured it couldn't hurt. I also bag my own protein powder, cocoa, coffee, sugary kool-aide in small bags and then they all go into a stronger bag, to avoid holes. And a solid midsized machete; the sharp anglednrip ones.
I would love to hear your thoughts on sleeping bags.
And stuffing your garbage bags with leaves and needles...make a decent mattress. Get lost in style! Lol. Love your videos! Only one I'll let auto play!
Even FEMA says you should keep 7 Days of food and water for everyone in your family including pets! In addition I have a hammock, that's more like a tube that you can crawl inside of if you can't put it between trees. I'll have to look at it to see what brand it is but pretty tough!
Always have a loose fitting long sleeve shirt and long pants. They will protect you from the sun and help to keep you warm if needed. Well worth the weight penalty. A wide brimmed hat also.
Along with others suggestions, add soap, aspirin, bandaids, triple antibiotic ointment. Extra socks are a must! Blisters can be debilitating.
I'm sorry I'm commenting so much. If I could only choose one item, because of my very fair complexion it would be a full size black umbrella. If I were given the option of carrying two things, it would be the umbrella and as much water as I carry with my bad back.
Small jar of peanut butter, foil packs of tuna, chicken and recently found pulled pork, 90 second rice packages will cook in a pot. In my first aid I have nu skin, antibiotic cream, ace bandages and Lord I hope never have to use needle and thread for injuries.
You covered so many areas in these 2 vlogs and I will have to add to my stash. I have such limited space but usually find room. Always remove things from boxes and put items in plastic bags.
I've used the little lighter with the short stub flame, that one is in my center console along with, my water bottle, my phone and a flat headlight USB rechargeable (I've never been comfortable with the heavy narrow beamed ones),. Pliers, screwdriver, utility knife, razorblade holder, folding umbrella and washer fluid in a spray bottle are in the door. Under the seat is a can of cookies, a whisk broom and dustpan, a 110v inverter and a triple lighter socket.
I carry a 3X5 notebook, with band-aides, a packet of ointment, a "tool" pen, AAA flashlight in my shirt pocket, my key chain has a coin purse, pill container, small knife, and keys, my other pants pocket has my wallet {cards and cash}. I've carried the hatchet, and folding shovel in the car for 40 years and never used them. A folding backpack chair and have used it multiple times
I grew as this is a must . I didn’t see a folding shovel as this can help get car unstuck and dig a pit to put fire there are many uses for a little folding shovel.
That was mentioned in the first video
Definitely the compass as I have no sense of direction.
Something you didn't include in either of these videos is a 3x3 piece of clear lightweight plastic. With this and a cup you can get water from ANY type of ground. You dig a small hole, place the cup in the center of the hole, cover the hole with the plastic securing it with rocks or soil and place a small rock directly over the cup. The water evaporating from the ground will condense on the plastic, and run down toward the cup and drip off of the plastic into the cup. This water will be drinkable. It may not be nice and cold but we're talking about survival here. Just something I learned somewhere along life's journey.
I am a part-time vandweller and day hiker. I have a similar small kit like Brian's that includes some form of the 10 essentials. Most of my kit fits inside a gallon Ziploc bag which I toss into a day pack. In addition to the gallon bag, I also carry a Lifestraw, water bottle, food bars, and an emergency poncho. My luxury item is a GPS unit because I can get really twisted around on a trail. I have a GPS trail map on my phone, but it really sucks down the battery and I want redundancy. I'm glad that you mentioned a flashlight. I have gotten delayed when hiking and it got dark. Hiking most trails in the dark without light is dangerous. A small battery bank is a great idea, but you have to remember to bring a charging cord. Lastly, in my mini-first aid kit I have a little physical therapy tape. This stuff works great for stopping developing blisters or even sealing cuts. I bled through bandaids and found the PT tape did the trick to stop the bleeding. As mentioned in the video, packing a couple Motrin, Benedryl, and an anti-diarrheal can also be "lifesavers." There is nothing worse than having a blinding headache as you are trying to make rational life-saving decisions.
My review of this video is that it is fantastic! Absolutely fantastic! The Garmin is a great idea, and having an extra battery pack is something that people forget all about. And I also would recommend a Luci light in case you have to stay someplace overnight. I know this is true for regular rope, but if you just have a big enough piece of rope to surround you from head to toe, insects and snakes and spiders and things are not supposed to want to go across it, so hopefully you can sleep without getting crawled on. And for me, a full size golf umbrella as well as a big hat to keep the sun off my very fair strawberry blonde hair and skin. I put a rubber tip on the end and use it as a walking stick. Very helpful and really indispensable if you're going to be under the sun for any amount of time.
For food, I want to recommend the Lara Bar. It's concentrated fresh no preservatives fruit and nuts. No soy, no wheat, no corn. Just fruit and nuts. The little bar is very dense, and on days that I would have one for lunch I was barely hungry at dinner time. So they are fantastic. Comes in lots of different fruit and nut combos.
I like the idea of grain free. How long do they keep?
@@morphergaming0531 I had them in my court reporting bags and in my range bags and in my sling packs and all over the place, and I just ate one that had been in the center console for I'm sure 4 years. It had lost a lot of its moisture but it was delicious and I didn't feel any ill effects afterwards. So I'm going to say four or five years for sure. And if you're interested in longer-term storage, keep them in mylar bags or your refrigerator etc and they'll definitely last longer. I find them on sale in Kroger all the time, 10 for 10 or 5 for 5. Last time though it was four bars for $5. They are still less expensive than any other health bar out there, and they are much more nutritious and filling.
Lara bars have one ingredient that make my son and I burst out laughing whenever we see them: cashews. Cashews are related to poison oak, so be sure they don’t bother your digestion, so to speak, before you buy a lot of them. 😮
@@barefootincactus cashews are not in every larabar. The majority do not have cashews in them. It is much more likely that people would be allergic to the ones that have peanuts or peanut butter. Fortunately, I have no nut allergies. But just like any other product, people should always check the list of ingredients.
@@nmr6988 Cashews were in the majority of Lara Bars I’ve seen. I mention it because my son can usually eat cashews no problem, but the Lara Bars affected him. Investigating, I found some cashews undergo more processing than others. Since Lara Bars are natural, I suspect they use more minimally processed cashews. I do not mean to denigrate your favorite snack. But our experience was so memorable, that I felt the ordinary person should be warned.
I agree electrolytes are 1 of the most over looked things, I carry a packet in my pocket every day, I also carry the cheep small razor knifes with the break away blades seems I use this thing all the time, I have probably 20 around every where about 70 cents at harbor freight. I also got and been testing my new solar oven It's a knock off of the large go sun more than half the price, mr map max its a evacuated tube oven I baked 2 of the biggest potatoes in a hour and 45 minutes, it's great for baking any thing, great for heating up things, folds up pretty compact, I also have a smaller one for boiling water that one folds up about the size of a thermos. I really like both.
The best is Brian's hat!!!! Seriously.
A comment regarding those little keyring flashlights: they can be very handy to have on your person if you are using a restroom or in any interior room with no windows to the outside and the power goes out. One year I convinced my boss to get a whole bunch of these to give to our team as little safety presents because our restrooms did not have emergency lights like the hallways did. When the power would go out in a storm, we needed some way to see ourselves safely to the door of the restroom.
I don’t have a to go bag. But thanks to this video I will began to put one together for myself and my husband . Thank You it was a great video I downloaded it to watch again.
PLB (personal locater beacon) should also be on that list.
Right?!
I'd love to have one, but they're pretty pricey and require a monthly subscription (at least all the ones I've been able to find).
They are expensive-even on sale-as an older solo woman I made one a priority when backpacking. Had to make adjustments to other equipment to afford. I’ve never used, which on a bad day makes me 😬. "Darn cheap tent being held with duct tape&I look at this $200 brick that I never use"🙃
@@kevinlee7263 They are expensive. I have the ResQLink which does not have monthly subscription. It all depends on what price you pay to be safe. I hike a lot so it's a sense of safety for me. You also have to consider the cost of a rescue. At least back in the 1990's a helicopter would charge $1K an hour. I'm sure a lot more now. $340 is worth it to me.
Good start- I would add Wool. I want something light weight, water resistant, naturally antifungal , water wicking and easy to clean. This made me think a thin wool shemaugh would be great.
My hubs, who grew up as a cowboy, says a hat - something like a Tilley. This is to keep the sun off the face and neck and also the ears. They squish down flat and have a good brim and they float!
I have had one for many years and wear it all year round- it is waterproof and washable. I wear it all n the snow and in the rain as well as the sun. Mine is about 15 years old and has held up extremely well.
A whistle would be good to signal for help. Love your videos! Thank you! 😊
As Bob Wells pointed out, you have to consider the psychological as well as the physical. So comforts that don't take up much space like a bit of coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or even "Oxo" cubes [meat flavouring/concentrate/extract] or similar, plus candy are all good. To that I would add some spices and condiments. For example, if curry or chilli is your thing, take along some curry powder. Rice is super concentrated carbo food. So if you carry a sachet of tuna, have rice, and curry powder, you can cook up a quick easy meal. Pasta also is light and energy-rich.
Consider things like nuts and berries. Things like dates, dried apricots or similar.
In a SHTF fan situation, a meal and hot drink can give you a little rest so that you can calm down, and use your brain without getting to anxious.
Multi-purpose stuff is great, but duplicate it.
But be realistic about how much you can carry and for how long. Filters and purification tablets to supplement the boiling of water capability. [Good for cooking and water purification] .
Consider army surplus gear. Usually cheap and rugged and high quality. Good boots, gloves and head-gear. Plus sunglasses, and don't forget reading glasses if you need them.
In winter. Many layers of clothing are much more effective than thick single items, because you can add or remove layers according to conditions.
Hygiene. Tooth brush and tooth paste, a comb. Wet wipes. Getting sick when by yourself is deadly. Which means small amounts of any prescription meds, some painkillers, and stuff to prevent diarrhoea or constipation.
Basically, your bug-out bag will be your home for the few days of the emergency. A very small survival book or cards. But aim to have it all in your head, AND practice it all in a non-emergency situation. How many ways can you make a fire quickly and reliably? Have you ever bandaged yourself? Can you make a reasonable camp set up, with a fire and shelter, and how long does it take, and how much [muscle] energy did you use?
The chow you mentioned is all good. We used to pack MREs, but have since decided for our bags that the more mainstream ready-to-eat meals are more likely to get eaten when it's time to rotate the chow. I also like to pick as many things as possible that don't require water or cooking, such as single serve rice packets, Compleat brand meals, Spam or other canned meats. I think in the future then only extra long shelf life foods I'd consider would be those little survival food bars. Lots of calories with very little space or weight necessary; and some can last up to 25 years. (They probably aren't tasty, but I don't think that's the main point in long-term storage options.)
This is one of the most important videos you have done. I have told people for years to either have a bug out vest or back pack. I spent 20 years traveling around this country as a transporter and I wore a fishing vest and had a backpack. I carried enough stuff to last for 2 weeks. 2 things I think you should always have is hydrogen peroxide and clove oil. The many benefits of these 2 items are too numerous to list. I would add 1 more item as well and that is chia seeds. These items take up very little space but give you more than you can imagine. Look up the benefits and uses and you will see why I say add them. Again thank you for one of the best and most important videos you have done
I keep around bobby pins, sewing needles and a couple sewing pins in my go bag. They're good to have (as well as thread) in a first aid or fix it kit. The needles are good for getting out splinters, cleaning out something tiny that's blocked, fixing a rip, etc.... the pins come in handy when you need to apply pressure on one end.
I added this on part one also. You need a whistle in case you are lost or you want to be found. The sound of a whistle carries further than your voice and lasts longer.
💪🦸🏽♀️be your own hero! Help yourself so you can help others~my personal motto
Absolutely true! I took CERT training years ago.....first assessment question, "Was the Scene Safe?" Otherwise there would be TWO people to rescue! Help yourself so you can help others! Great motto!!!
I think more about which items I can eliminate. Such as a tarp for example. Learning how to use materials from nature at hand to quickly make a shelter can allow you to carry something else instead OR more of what will stretch your survival out such as food.
Great ideas Bob. I also pack 6 cup of soup. It is one cup and stems hunger. Small magnifying glass to start fire. In first aid bag, 3 individual packets of Neosporin to go with the 12 bandaids. 10 ft Paracord. Just ideas from my Boy Scout days.
This was the most amazing scene of the whole 2 years!!!!
During WW2 mother's would buy things like coffee and chocolate. Then after they had quite a bit they would box it up in metal cans and put in. Rodent free area. They called them 'Iron Rations' these things would be used on birthdays, holidays or just when people were depressed and needed to "buck up" so they could carry on. Myself I would include the ingredients to make a cake with frosting. Or I would have the ingredients to make Chocolate No Bake Cookies instead. Definitely the ingredients for coffee and hot chocolate. I carry tuna everywhere now. Some crackers to put the tuna on vac sealed.
I am not talking about bug out bags though I'm talking about hidden food inside your house. Inside I would bring a few dried eggs, milk, butter, pancake mix a pan and a lid for that pan. I hate the taste of woodsmoke in my coffee or cocoa. A lid solves the problem.
Water is a must have, a compass, a lightweight space blanket, some string, a light, a knife, a folding saw, beef jerkey/granola bars, gortex rain gear.
A lot of good tips. Thank you. I have a home base and a dehydrator so that’s my huge focus. I’ve gotten pretty good and knowing what to dehydrate and the best way to do it. Example: soup mixes vacuum sealed. I dehydrate potatoes, peas, carrots, celery, corn, sweet potatoes and cooked but dehydrated rice. I like to have things in my bag that are healthy and not full of sodium and sugar. It’s very lightweight and only requires hot water poured over it for 5 minutes to turn it into a great meal!
Compass and GPS are great. But a good quad map of the area is a must have. With a map and compass and knowledge of how to use them is the best combination. And don’t require batteries.
These are always great to watch. I thank you both. I loved the compass 🧭 😍
Thanks for a great list. This gives me the idea to grab things from home in place of these until I am able to purchase them later. You are a blessing, happy travels.
Thanks for all the great info! Glad Brian is onboard. Great team
I actually carry a miniature can of Sterno... Just in case everything else is wet.. I also have some solid military fuel .. and a small folding lightweight stove.. just in case all the tender in the woods are wet
I like to have on hand at least 1 yard of Gore-Tex.
It's breathable, waterproof and it weighs almost nothing.
For about $20 to $30 dollars you get a 4.5 ft. x 3 ft. piece. Search for "Gore-Tex Fabric". It's easily found. Something else I keep in my bug-out bag is a couple of those tiny plastic bottles of booze. You break or sprain an arm, ankle, foot or finger or cut yourself badly you're gonna thank God ya got it! Can also serve double duty as an antiseptic. Almost forgot to include a high quality whistle.
It is really important to think every once in a while about such concepts - your survival might depend on that. Very good to include that in your videos, thanks a lot.
I follow since decades the same idea as Brian does: I carry always with me a small amount of items I consider to be essential in any situation, be it in the desert or in the city. Some of these items (like e.g. a bic lighter, a pocket knife, a piece of cordage, some tissue papers and a keylight sized torch besides my smartphone, of course) I carry anyways with me in my pockets, but some other items I have same as he does simply in a ziplock bag which is small and light weighted enough to be carried in any daypack, rucksack or even hip bag I carry with me. A ziplock is water proof and can be easily put from one bag to the other.
And yes, in my RV or in my jeep I have additionally also a kind of a bug out bag ready.
But I consider more and different items as Dave Canterbury to be essential for me in a bugout situation.
So my bugout/grab bag contains not only some essential things for wilderness survival like a small stove or a compass but also some things important for my long term survival in civilisation.
Means it contains also some non-wilderness-things like some essential documents, my laptop, and USB drives. I think especially for a nomadic lifestyle (but also for all other lifestyles) these items for survival in civilisation are same or even more important to have always ready to grab in an emergency than any wilderness survival stuff.
Dave Canterbury is a great wilderness survival instructor and focused on that topic, and it is for sure important to learn from him and many others (I would e.g. highly like to recommend to follow on youtube also Felix Immler, the Swiss Army Knife guy).
But I find it also important to always keep in mind that we have in any emergency not only to survive for a couple of days in the wilderness until rescue arrives or we are back in civilisation, but must be also prepared for the hopefully very long rest of our whole life. That is for nomads much different to people living in a house and getting lost in the wilderness: they go home and all their important documents an computers and passwords etc are there. But nomads carry everything with them, and when e.g. your vehicle burns out and your documents and laptop etc are still in, you might face plenty of extra difficulties to get things done.
And that means you need also some very trivial things like some of your money and your most important documents and if possible also your digital stuff for that, and you should have that always with you, too, in any bug out situation.
The probability that any bug out emergency happens is also more likely in standard situations still inside the civilisation than in any wilderness situation. Means in most people's life a vehicle breakdown happens more likely on a highway than in a remote desert, and when your car burns out it doesn't matter much whether it happens in the desert or in the city: you need always your insurance documents, and all the rest of your modern man's stuff.
So, yes, to be prepared for wilderness survival is important, especially highly required for nomads which are often miles away from centers of civilisation, but all preparations and bug out rucksacks should always include also things required for survival in civilisation. ;-)
Great stuff .. Powerade has an individual package I take to work, which I'm in construction .. but need to get a few things now ..
Especially the M&M's for a sugar rush and energy ..
Thanks Bob 🤩
got a reason to go shopping 🛍️ and buy chocolate 🍫 .. lol 😆 😁 😂
I am getting incredible information from your channel. I add diaper wipes to my go bag and switched out the hatchet for a drywall hammer.
Great video. BTW, the magnifying lens on your compass can be used to start a fire. I bring nuts with me as a high calorie snack. You might want to eat and replace a little more often.
I really appreciate the work you put in on keeping people informed on how to be successful and safe as a nomad. One of my favorite videos was essentials that you and Sueann did. It was years ago though. I wish you would make a series of essentials with updated items, like the appliances that run on 500 watts and some of the products you have reviewed for showering, water filtration, etc.. Make it like you moving your house into the van. Bathroom, kitchen, Garage (Retrieval and tools) , Living Room (entertainment) and Office, and the Health and Safety (medicine cabinet, fire alarm, carbon monoxide alarm etc.). I actually joined shareskill which is a awesome website just to take your nomad course. Finally retired and working on an old van we have. Once again Thank you for your caring heart Bob.
These are all good things to have. I like to dehydrate fruits snd veggies. They weigh nothing but can add flavor and dried fruits can give you an energy boost. I haven’t learned how to make my own yet but I like to also carry beef jerky. Another good item is Emergen-C (or similar). One packet contains quite a lot of your daily requirement for certain vitamins and minerals.
Great ideas! Thank you!
Nice video gentlemen! I also carry dog food for my dog and a few pieces of my first aide are dog specific. ( His allergy meds, a cheap comb with close together teeth- for any cacti encounters)
In my medkit I also have a Swat-T tourniquet.. which folds really compact and light yet you can use it as a tourniquet or as a pressure bandage.. I also have a pack of blood stopper powder I purchased at Walmart two packs in a box for about 6 bucks it's a lifesaver to stop bleeding
Always have 1st aid kit& please, if you have pets-first aid for them!! I’ve got both in vehicle & smaller one in backpack. *buy pair cheap nylons. You can cut off section to use on dogs snout if they get injured. Keeps you/rescuer from getting bit. Also use to make sling. No weight in pack & great multipurpose
Great idea! Going to add that to my pup’s first aid kit - thanks!
Great idea! Keep in mind that "stretchy" component degrades over time and becomes sticky.
Love Bob and all that he's done. I'm especially happy with the new direction of the channel and the addition of Brian.... No... I don't know him :) He just brings the info forward in a less confusing way. Shorter intros and outrows would be great too. We already get the needed UA-cam ads, shrink those down please.
Thanks for all those great practical, news you can use ideas. Happy trails and 🙏🏼🎶
One important item, chow for the 4 legged buddy! Carry a GRAYL, food carry Packit Gourmet Items, collapsible bowl for your 4 legged buddy, titanium cook set & utensils also a emberlit stove....JMO
I like that you added C-11, Chow. Huge for morale!
I follow Canterbury 's 10 C's but wondered why Calories or Chow wasn't included, but Canvas Needle was. Calories make much more sense to me.
Fire starter: in backpack; cotton balls slathered in Vaseline & packed in a mini M&M container (I enjoyed making this😋) In my vehicle; toilet rolls filled w dryer lint mixed with used ripped dryer sheets. Use what you have or would’ve thrown away.
Yes - good idea. I managed to survive on one trip with a wd40 + lint idea. I also keep a tin with fine steel wool + 9volt battery in one of my pants pockets. (just be sure to keep a pc of tape over the terminals-or things could get a bit lively ;-)
Good idea. That would start a fire in no time.
What does the Vaseline do. Sorry never heard of that.
Essential Rx meds too!
Be careful in packing anything with nuts, they can turn to worms (I have seen it) unless you plan on eating it soon. A bandana is good for collecting dew if there is no water. Hard candies are wonderful too.
Those beef sticks are $.68 at WinCo right now. The smaller ones are right around $1. I bought 10. Super high in sodium so keep that in mind.
Thank you. Fish hooks and line.
Excellent as always. Thanks
I have some of these but need to organize and upgrade a few of the. It is a good ideas to have a dedicated bug out bag.
Awaiting the part III video
Powdered Gatorade
thank you Bob wills for all you have done for me take care brother
Hand sanitizer doubles as fire accelerant because of the alcohol in it. I use a homemade recipe of isopropyl alcohol with a little high oil lotion in it.
As I also said in your part 1 video, I have gotten all of my camping supplies, and these 10+ essentials (actually most everything I have, lol) at my local Goodwill stores. And I'm talking like brand new and brand names items. Thrift stores, and rummage sales are great for getting these things much cheaper. Stay safe everyone!
Right! Thrift stores are a camping/survival gold mine. People get things as presents and don't use them, so they give them away.
You forgot the dog food .... poor Cody ... Nuts are the biggest bang for weight/size. I'd get peanut M&M's if I was gonna carry them. I used to pack a lunch for work occasionally, I had these little mini 3-4 oz. 'tupperware' - I'd put a few oz. of walnuts in one, dried fruit in another, one with jerky - just a few ounces of each made a pretty satisfying meal - lot of energy from very little pack space.
Thank you for this phenomenal life saving vid.
No Bob ,it simply being prepared. You have shared with many how 2 servive. Just how 2 be a successful nomad. this info helps you stay safe. Many thanks
GREAT video, Bob! Love the overview; looking forward to the in-depth videos. Thanks for links you provided in the description below the video. Keep 'em coming! Thank you, and have a great weekend!
You may want to invest in a personal locator beacon... If you need it only for emergencies it's about $300 one time fee no annual fee required.. you register.. in an emergency you just push a button.. if you want to do personal messages you can do the spot locator communication device.. but you definitely want some type of satellite beacon
Brian my young daughter came home one day with 2 platypus water containers she got at a garage sale. She was so excited and after using them….I love them. I can freeze a lil water in them for ice all types of things. Love love love them!!
Good info. My BOB is constantly subject to change. My compass is Military so I don't think Mr. Canterbury would object. I like Katadyn water filters. I think mine is called Vario.
1. First Aide ✅
2. Fone / radio ✅
3.Food ✅
🥰 Thanks for Bug-out kit Reminder🐕🦺❤️☮️
An extra day or two of your medications. Also sanitary pads,are thin and great for a bandage. Good advice ovrrall, esp. for day hiking
This is a great idea even if you are just going on vacation. Put in carryon bag or purse in case your luggage gets lost.
I need a radio. Good job
I have had go bags for most of my life...we have tornados and blizzards...and other disasters and have used the bags a lot
Excellent. Thank you both.
This is a great list of essentials, thank you both for all you do to help the nomadic community! I have many/most of these items and will be adding a few that I didn't have yet. I am going to look into getting ham radio certified.
Just FYI..There’s a LUCY light that comes with a usb charger.😊
I LOVE THIS SERIES. I had to yell it.
Great ideas!
Great video
Multiple’s are good too, one is none and two are one. Also having extra let’s you help others in need or barter etc.
Water purification tablets, a metal cup to boil in, a multi tool, a defense tool, tourniquet/ bleed out kit, electrolytes, garmin instinct gps watch, if you have cell phone the Gaia navigation app is the best!, fire starter kit, small field survival hand book, small solar charger….. there are many things that can make a chaotic situation better. I am very much into preparation for difficult situations. I do a lot of off roading with my Polaris razor side by side and not too long ago with my KTM dirt bike.
Last ride out my riding partner broke his leg in three spots, the bone was sticking out his riding pants. We were out in the desert, it was a think fast situation as he proceeded to go unconscious……after that I traded in bike for sxs.
Now looking at getting truck camper for my tundra and venturing off into the wild and making some videos with a twist….. love this you tube channel.
Thank you for this video 😁
Good advice
good list
Everything good 👍😊🙏
LOVE my anker charge core ( thank u Bob)
Wound seal powder available on Amazon, would be a better choice than a styptic pencil. I bought some because my husband is now on numerous blood thinners. He recently went to the dermatologist and had a growth removed. When he came home, he was bleeding like a stuck pig. A pencil would have been too little. I opened up one of the wound seal tubes, sopped up as much blood as I could and plopped a wad of the powder on the wound. Instant stoppage.
You miss out if not include a 5000 coloumn meter poncho that covers the rucksack with ease. A microclimate in itself🙏🏼
Im digging the radio!! I still have a crank/ mini-solar style am/fm/storm radio from way back. It was a trade while on the AT. Got me through a lot of tough times. Great vids, guys!
This 2 part series was great Thank you its always good to refresh on the basic essentials
As always Bob puts together well thought out information, I really like the Sangean ant it is low-cost high quality (as a HAM of over 25 years) and the Frog Toggs brand is good for more than just rain gear and can be ordered online. Keep up the great work guys.