The Bug Out Bag Discussion

[Dreadnaught]

In my slow Walking Dead-inspired descent into madness, as well as my memories of previous disasters that threatened the food/fuel supplies in my region, I've been occasionally thinking of how I would handle a zombie apocalypse or other breakdown of the social order. I've already mapped-out a few destinations in far-off isolated areas that would sustain me and my family. The trick is getting out of urban/sub-urban areas and surviving long enough to make a journey that can take hours by car (much longer on foot or by bike).

Is anyone here a closet prepper? I think this forum needs a dose of the apocalypse.

[Lor]

Myself and a woman at work often discuss what we'd do in a hypothetical situation such as a zombie apocalypse. She's of the opinion she'd go up north to Scotland and see what happens. Myself? Well I already know where I'd get my weapons (You never know!), where I'd get the ammo from and my ideal mode of transport if I have to venture as a lone wolf or with family in tow.

[Hazir]

I always check out how my apartment could be made zombie proof. I think that basically demolition of the staircase between the levels would get me a safe hideaway in case my door wouldn't hold. . Then I'd have to get out of my bedroom window an over the roof to a shop too doors down. I'd have to collect rain water and use the roof to start a garden.

[Nessus]

I have a large enough quantity of a fairly powerful poison to euthanize myself when shit hits the fan. Not really what you're asking, but there you go.

[Hazir]

I have a large enough quantity of a fairly powerful poison to euthanize myself when shit hits the fan. Not really what you're asking, but there you go.

That would merely turn you into a zombie.

[Ominous Gamer]

What type of zombies we talking about here? Cause I can do the whole boat stuffed with supplies thing in under 24 hours, but thats not going to do much if we're talking World War Z (book) zombies that can pop up on any island.

[Hazir]

What type of zombies we talking about here? Cause I can do the whole boat stuffed with supplies thing in under 24 hours, but thats not going to do much if we're talking World War Z (book) zombies that can pop up on any island.

Old school zombies already could do that, the bigger problem would be fast zombies.

[Enoch the Red]

I don't seriously anticipate that I will see a complete breakdown of social structures, but it's relatively easy and inexpensive for me to have some necessities on hand in the event of a prolonged disruption of accustomed amenities. I have several months worth of non-perishable staples, (wheat, flour, rice, sugar, salt, beans, pasta, etc...) stored in such a way that the majority of it should last ~25 years if unopened. This covers most of the immediate nutritional requirements for the scenarios I find most likely, e.g. severe weather, or loss of employment. Combined with our small garden we would be able to live somewhat comfortably for a period of time.

For more... exotic situations, I don't think it comes as a surprise to anyone here that I have a number of firearms and a substantial reserve of ammunition for them. This has less to do with my concerns about society and more to do with shooting being a favorite hobby of mine, but it certainly wouldn't hurt. As hiking and camping is a favorite recreational activity for my wife and I, we have a fairly good set of water filters, and live close to a source of easily potable water. I imagine it wouldn't take too much effort to grab a range bag, some staples, and our camping supplies if we really needed to bug out.

[GGT]

I think too many people have taken the zombie apocalypse to heart. They become end-time preachers and conspiracy theorists.

[Flixy]

That would merely turn you into a zombie.

I think that preparing yourself for a breakdown of society is one thing (think survivalists, doomsday preppers etc), and natural disasters (depending on where you live that could be a good idea), but zombies? Really? I mean, it's fun to maybe think about it, but actually prepare for zombies​?

[Hazir]

I think that preparing yourself for a breakdown of society is one thing (think survivalists, doomsday preppers etc), and natural disasters (depending on where you live that could be a good idea), but zombies? Really? I mean, it's fun to maybe think about it, but actually prepare for zombies​?

We're talking about a TWD scenario, that means preparing for zombies

[Dreadnaught]

I haven't had enough time to think about this fighting off these stinking socialists, but at some point I am going to post a list!

I think expandable baton and knife is the extent of weaponry I would focus on, and orient around keeping myself mobile and fed/watered/dry for a week to make my way to the Backup Spot.