Get-Home-Bag....

What is a Get-Home-Bag?

It's a bag you carry with you, at all times; should you meet some sort of crisis while you're out and about.

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My GHB.



You can keep your GHB in your car, or on your person. I prefer to keep it with me, disguised as my 'purse'. Notice I've chosen something cute and flirty, not militant. In my opinion, your GHB should never look militant. Part of getting home is, getting home; not announcing to the world that you've prepared for the current crisis, when most have not, and promptly getting rolled for your GHB. The most successful strategy of surviving a fight, is to not be in one at all.  

GNB's for men can be simple gym bags, or what I'd prefer (if I was a man): a messenger bag.

What does a GHB contain? Answer: Enough supplies to survive outside in the current weather/elements, for 24 hours. If you're farther than a 1 day walk from home, you should probably have your Bug-Out-Bag with you. I'll talk about my BOB in a later post.

Contents of a good GHB...

Food:

After a lot of research (and completing the Lifetime Fitness Triathlon) I've made my get-home food choices based on nutrition content, storage and convenience of carry. These items are the best that I have found, to give you the most bang for your buck. None of these items are available in everyday stores, but there are items like somewhat like these, available in grocery stores, etc.

4 Protein Bars (http://www.amway.com/Shop/Product/Product.aspx/NUTRILITE-Protein-Bar-Chocolate-Delight-flavor?itemno=110536)

2 Packages Trail Mix (http://www.amway.com/Shop/Product/Product.aspx?itemno=761443)

4 Servings of Shakeology/powdered milk. (http://www.shakeology.com/web/shakeology/the-science?code=SEMB_GOOGLE_SK&s_kwcid=TC) 

All these items fit into a large ziplock bag and weigh less than 2lbs.

Water:

2 bottles drinking water

1 homemade water filter (will discuss how to make, later)

Tin can (in case water has to be boiled)
small piece of cheesecloth

You can buy water filters, but I prefer to make filters from nature because eventually, store bought filters will run their course.

Shelter:

1 pair wool socks

Beanie cap

Surgical mask

Mylar Emergency Tent

Mylar Emergency Sleeping Bag.

Ability to make shelter from items found in nature (will discuss this more at a later date)
Inflatable camping pillow. (Yes, I've included a pillow. Even in the height of a zombie apocalypse, I want to sleep semi-comfortably. This is blog IS called Survival Diva, after all.)

Fire:

Magnesium Fire Starter

Tinder (will discuss at a later date)

Protection:

Baggie of sand (carried within reach once you set out on foot, to throw in opponents eyes to buy you distraction time)

Mace (also within reach)

Sling Shot/Ammo or handgun. Or both. Whatever you prefer. If you chose a handgun, be sure to vacuum seal your extra ammo to protect it from the elements.

Knife

Medical:

Active Charcoal

Vet Wrap

Large Gauze Pads

Lightweight surgical scissors (sterile)

Rubber Gloves

Neosporin

Qtips (sterile)

Ace Bandage

Aspirin
Sunscreen

Cash:

$100 in small bills.

Map:

Map of your current area. You want knowledge of back roads, parks, etc. Do not rely on smart devices, as these may not be working in some crisis's. Have a real map.

Paracord:

This can be used for shelter or protection. I carry mine in the form of a bracelet on me at all times.

These are the contents of my GHB. All items are compartmentalized in large ziplock bags, making for easy access and long term storage.