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The 72-Hour Bug-Out Bag
One grab-and-go pack per person that covers the first three days when you have to leave fast.
What to do
- 1Base the pack on the survival priorities: shelter, water, fire, first aid, food, signaling.
- 2Pack so the heaviest items ride close to your back, mid-height; keep weight under ~20% of body weight.
- 3Dress for the worst likely weather and add one insulating layer beyond that.
- 4Rotate water, food, meds, and batteries every 6 months.
- 5Stage it by the door and keep a smaller version in each vehicle.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Packing it so heavy you can't walk far
- Gear you've never practiced with
- Letting batteries/food expire
Good to know
- Test-carry it on a long walk once a season — a kit you can't move with is a wish list.
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