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G.O.O.D (Get Out of Dodge)

G.O.O.D, or Get Out of Dodge, is a phrase used by survivalists to mean “Get out of here”. It can be used in reference to your bug out bag, I.N.C.H bag, or any piece of equipment you would use to get out of a bad situation.

Fieldcraft

A type of skill or tactic useful in the operating field. Skills include: Bushcraft, Knotcraft, Surveillance, Marksmanship, Mechanics, Medical, Escape and Evasion, Night Movement, Camouflage, Land Nav, Water Nav, and Counter-surveillance, among others. Fieldcraft is an expansive term for many different survival tactics, and there are many ways to learn and training courses available. ForContinue reading “Fieldcraft”

Lean-To (Shelter)

The Lean-To shelter type is characterized by a single beam or line attached to two points, usually a pair of trees, with branches or a tarp serving as a roof on one side. This type of shelter is typically supplemented by a heat reflector to keep warmth inside the shelter. This shelter is extremely versatileContinue reading “Lean-To (Shelter)”

Bug Out, Bugging Out

Bug Out is a term used by Survivalists meaning to leave a location. This can be in reference to a disaster, combat situation, or permanent displacement. There is debate by many about when to bug out, be it well before an event, after, or if you should at all. Bugging out is typically up toContinue reading “Bug Out, Bugging Out”

Squared Away Ep. 5: Deciding If You Should Bug Out

Disaster strikes. You’re sitting in the office, sipping coffee and typing a boring report on analyzed statistics of local water supplies, when suddenly, the power goes out. You look down at your phone, and it’s dead too. Your worst nightmare has just come true, and an EMP has gone off and shut the United StatesContinue reading “Squared Away Ep. 5: Deciding If You Should Bug Out”

Bug Out Vehicle, BOV, Go-Rig

A Bug Out Vehicle is a car, bike, motorcycle, or other method of transport that you have prepared to leave home in a Bug Out situation. Most Survivalists prefer an off road compatible vehicle for this purpose, and usually keep it ready to go. Excellent additions to a B.O.V include: off road tires, extended fuelContinue reading “Bug Out Vehicle, BOV, Go-Rig”

Bushcraft

Bushcraft is the art of creating things in austere environments. It uses tools like knives, hatchets, axes, and augers to produce livable shelters and campsites. Many of the tools required for this skillset are featured in the Bug Out Bag and I.N.C.H Bags It’s a highly useful skillset for both short and long term survival.Continue reading “Bushcraft”

I.F.A.K (Individual First Aid Kit)

The I.F.A.K is the first line of medical kit, and should be available as much of the time as possible. It is designed to be small and fit on your belt, and typically features a tourniquet, gauze, and chest seals. This should be capable of treating basic wounds long enough to get you to moreContinue reading “I.F.A.K (Individual First Aid Kit)”

I.N.C.H (I’m Never Coming Home) Bag

The I.N.C.H Bag is a more comprehensive, heavier version of the Bug Out Bag. You’ll scale this bag with more equipment, tools, and supplies in preparation for never coming home. You’ll want to include any important personal documents of information as well as the contents of the Bug Out Bag, and may want to increaseContinue reading “I.N.C.H (I’m Never Coming Home) Bag”

B.O.B (Bug Out Bag)

The Bug-Out-Bag or B.O.B is one of the most common concepts in prepping and modern survival. This bag is made up of food, water, shelter, fire, security and medical supplies. This bag is the first thing you go for in an emergency, and typically has everything you would need to survive for a limited duration.Continue reading “B.O.B (Bug Out Bag)”