**Please note, we STRONGLY recommend that you receive formal training before administering medical care with these kits.**
Which are the "best", most critical items needed in the event of a natural disaster, SHTF scenario, zombie apocolypse, etc? We at deltaoutdoorsman.com have put together a collection of setups in a backpack or sling pack that can help you "survive" a 72hr. scenario where major civic services are disrupted and where you could possibility be fending for yourself until aid arrives. This is not a complete setup in the sense that what is included here is all you need. Far from it, I think the general consensus is that each "SHTF/Bug Out Bag" should be customized by each owner based on their geographic location, most likely situation, etc. This pack & included gear covers your basic necessities of light, shelter, fire starting ability, first aid, and water purification. From there, you can add what you consider other necessities.
We started putting together this kit together with the thought that some people just want the basic survival & first aid items BUT need it in a larger capacity pack. Larger capacity usually translates into more expensive when it comes to packs. The Fox Tactical Advanced HydroAssault Pack, however, is the exception to this rule. This pack is quite durable in construction and offers substantially more capacity than other compact assault packs on the market. The layout includes a hydration bladder pocket within the main compartment and a front zipper pocket large enough for a tablet device, etc. There are numerous molle webbing attachments that allow the addition of modular pouches, etc. Bottom line, this pack incorporates numerous design features that lend itself well to Bug Out applications. Here is a punch list of features:
dual strap backpack design, padded & fully adjustable;
segmented layout with numerous molle webbing points for you to add accessories, pouches, etc.;
lightweight design that can be adjusted to fit a man, woman or child;
durable zippers & material that resists well the hazards of being thrown in & out of vehicles, bounced around in on an ATV, and water resistant in damp weather (note: NOT water proof, you'll need to cover it in a downpour);
Here is what is included for Grab & Go SHTF / Bug Out Bag setup:
1: Fox Tactical Advanced HydroAssault Backpack in O.D or Coyote;
1: 2.5 Liter Hydration Bladder;
1: Aquamira Frontier Emergency Water Filter System;
2: Emergency Ponchos (in OD Green);
3: Emergency Glow Sticks, green;
1: QuikClot, 25g packet;
1: Israeli Bandage;
1: Survival Kit, with bottle container (24 items, contents listed below);
1: Multi Person First Aid/Trauma Kit (142 items, contents listed below);
Contents for the Survival Kit & First Aid/Trauma Kit are listed below (the list is LONG, but you'll have lots of extra room for your personal gear):
1 6 in 1: Compass, Thermometer, Flashlight, Whistle, Magnifying Glass & Mirror, 2 Candles
1 Sewing Kit
1 Snare Wire
2 Pop-up Towels (Wet & Expand)
10+ Matches, Wind & Waterproof
1 Flint with Stryker
1 Multifunction Knife
1 Fishing Kit
1 Signal Mirror
2 Plastic Ties
1 Wire Saw
1 Zip-Bag
1 Hand Soap
6 Safety Pins
1 Skin and Eye Wash
2 Pairs Latex Examination Gloves
1 Elastic Bandage, 6''
8 Pain Relievers
2 Elastic Bandage, 2''
1 First Aid Cream Package
2 Sterile Sponges, 4''x4''
1 Triple Antibiotic Package
16 Bandage Strips, 1''x3''
1 Tape, Roll, Adhesive
5 Bandage Strips, 2''x3''
6 Alcohol Wipes
3 Abdominal Pads, 5''x9''
6 Iodine Wipes
1 Instant Ice Pack
6 Antiseptic BZK Wipes
1 Pair of Tweezers
6 Clean Wipes
1 Pair of Scissors
5 Knuckle Bandages
1 Pill Bottle 1 Irrigation Syringe
1 EFA - First Aid Instructions 4 Bandage, Adhesive, Fabric, 1"; x 3";
3 Bandage, Adhesive, Fabric, Knuckle
2 Bandage, Butterfly Closure
1 Bandage, Elastic, Self Adhering, 2"
2 Dressing, Gauze, Sterile, 2" x 2", Pkg./2
2 Dressing, Gauze, Sterile, 4" x 4", Pkg./2
1 Dressing, Non-Adherent, Sterile, 3" x 4";
2 Gloves, Nitrile (Pair), Hand Wipe
1 QuikClot Sport 25g
2 Trauma Pad, 5" x 9";
11 Moleskin, Pre-Cut & Shaped (11 pieces)
3 Safety Pins
1 Splinter Picker/Tick Remover Forceps
1 Comp. Guide to Wilderness & Travel Medicine
1 After Bite Wipe
2 Antihistamine (Diphenhydramine 25 mg)
1 Aspirin (325 mg), Pkg./2
2 Ibuprofen (200 mg), Pkg./2
6 After Cuts & Scrapes Antiseptic Wipe
1 Dressing, Petrolatum, 3" x 3";
1 Tape, 1/2" x 10 Yards
2 Triple Antibiotic Ointment, Single Use
This pack & gear setup is fairly thorough and addresses the vast majority of needs in a SHTF scenario. Again, we do recommend that you customize your pack based on your specific geographic region and perceived needs.
Price is $169.00 SHIPPED within the lower 48 states. For immediate checkout, just follow the link below to deltaoutdoorsman.com:
http://deltaoutdoorsman.com/scart/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=181
Thanks for looking & please ask if you have questions.
Ceylon
deltaoutdoorsman.com