Some crucial items for your bob that are often forgotten
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ToothPick? Tooter Pipe? ToothPaste?
Just kidding....
Ahh yeah, the ol tooter pipe...not a bad idea...you know...just in case
Nothing to apologize for, am the dunce, remember? LOL
OT: The Tooter Pipe was also a good idea hehehe.... you can smoke practically anything in it...
I won't bore you with my long lists, but a few I feel important enough to mention are aspirin, ace wraps, ammo, did I mention ammo?, 3 separate fire starters, water filtration. There are hundreds of things you could add, unfortunately we aren't all army rangers that can carry 200lbs on our backs. I suggest that you consider multiple uses for each of the items you pick. I also have packed a smaller 'core' bag, containing my most valued items, just in case I have to ditch my larger pack of reserves in an emergency.
i carry a space blanket only for emergencies /or as a back drop in my leantoo if camping in the winter months for heating . and i carry 2 tarps you can make any type of shelter for any type of weather! so yea im with colt on that matter.
I second fels naptha soap, it is the one soap that always with me when I hunt for the sole purpose of washing poison oak (oil) off the skin if needed, like baking soda it should be part of your home and B.O.B
since I am heavy into flint and steel I always have jute rope on hand as a tinder and temporary tie down, the rope can be used for short term strapping and fire starting and makes a good compliment to para 550 cord
What is baking soda good for?
Baking Soda is what holds the universe together... Oops, that was Duct Tape.... LOL
It is actually a good alternative for toothpaste when brushing teeth. It can also be used for removing stains when washing clothes, and a lot more...
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Clyde you're awesome at replying! That leads me to reevaluate my cleaning supplies, which until now consisted of a bar of soap and toothbrush. I have a pretty extensive bug out setup, but it don't think I really plan to use it. My main focus has been my homestead, trying to get it as self sustaining as possible. I live about 90 miles from a nuke plant, and yes maybe that could get me to run, but not much else. The thought of having to abandon all the work I've put into this place is pretty rough, but I am a survivor above all else. I recently took an inventory of my bags, and pretty much can't carry it all anymore!
Handkerchiefs! One of the most versatile items for your bag!
Baking soda neutralizes acidity in water/hand sanitizer/clean and disinfect your knives after dressing a kill/bathe with it to kill body odor cus if your surviving your probably stinking /treat insect bites and stings. the list goes on!
one hygiene item we tend to overlook? nail clippers...
