#GetHomeBag

Bug Out Bags are often hot topics on firearms, survival and ‘prepping’ forums across the internet. And while I fully support the open debate and discussion about survival kits, the main question, ‘what does the term “bug out” actually mean?’ sometimes doesn’t get answered. In most “adverse event” situations, your goal should be to get home safely to your family, friends and support system. A properly stocked and maintained ‘Get Home Bag’ will help you return-to-base safely and efficiently.

A Get Home Bag “is designed to provide provisions and tools appropriate to help you get home (or other suitable shelter) should an emergency emerge while you are going about everyday life.” When I read this on the Echo-Sigma website, I got a better understanding that preparing for an emergency means thinking about how you might be at work, in your car, or away from home when disaster strikes. Since home is where most of us keep our emergency supplies, it’s important to be prepared no matter where we may be.