Learning + Tutorials
Choosing an Emergency Bag
When prepping for emergencies, and possible evacuation scenarios, many different variables must be considered. Different situations have different needs. For example, you may not always be at home when one arises.
For that reason we have developed the modular BOBB Five-Part Emergency System which helps you to keep the gear where you will need it most, and when you put it all together gives you the full kit.
Deciding what goes into your emergency kit(s) can be a little overwhelming at first.
Stay Positive!
Test Your Survival Gear
You went and got yourself a whole pile of gear to prepare you and your family for an emergency situation.
Congratulations! You are 3/4 of the way there. Welcome to the wild world of prepping.
Now comes the next most important step: LEARNING HOW TO USE IT ALL.
Don't wait until it's too late. Practice using it all before an emergency!
How to Find Direction Using the Sun and Stars
If you don't always carry a compass around with you (who typically does?) then having the knowledge of how to find out your direction and where you want to go could be lifesaving.
Editor’s note: The following excerpt was taken from FM 21-76: Survival Evasion and Escape, an Army field manual published in 1968.
