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Corporals Corner the best advice so far I've heard when it comes to survival
I would like to to see you do a video on been aways on the move and finding a safe place ,camp site to stay etc..Thanks
magnifying glass -- once you have a correctly made magnifying glass with a tight focus, it is the area of the lens that makes for better fire starting, not the magnification (or the focal length). a lot of cheap magnifying lenses do not have a good shape, so won't focus to a small dot like good ones do.
Sorry for my english is not my first langage!god speed
I am a female that has traveled overseas for missionary work. I have used baking soda for brushing teeth, deodorant, cleaning my long hair (dry), bathing with minimal water, washing cooking items, treating sunburn, soaking feet and washing out clothing. It works great in shoes to keep down foot odor.There is no soap residue. It replaces many items and fits in a very small container and it is cheap. It really lightened my backpack. I enjoy your channel very much.
Now this is a great comment! I've watch 100 bug out/ get home bag videos and never have heard this. Thanks!!
You didn't mention douching. Nobody likes a missionary with a stinky cooz
Talcum powder is also good for freshening up hair. After you have used a quick dry towel, you can use it to freshen damp sweaty feet or anything else for that matter.
why? you should have had a family while your eggs were there and your face was pretty
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I think one of the most overlooked survival skills is how to tie different kinds of knots.
@@whitetigress4543 I think there's step's before getting into hand cuffs or zip ties 😂
the knots part i agree with. next is land naviagtion. i wont tell you how many times i ask where something is and they give me street names that dont appear on a map or refrence "two streets down from mcdonalds" not counting two other streets in between and they just mean main roads.
Also physical fitness and strength, the ability to run. Wonder how many "preppers" have thousands of dollars worth of gear but never leave the comfortable fantasy world of TH-cam and can't get up a flight of stairs without getting out of breath.
@@hc3820 You are 100%! And of course there are many folks who are dealing with health issues that are above and beyond being a couch potato. There are many people (and I’m sure there are some in your family) who simply will not be able to walk very far, let alone ‘run.’
Can't agree more. That and probably knowing how to get potable water.
I'm a Canadian disabled Veteran who used to design and test NATO survival kitsch for Air Force, Navy strangely Submariners. I am in total agreement with both this kit and your channel philosophy. Far too many amateurs are listing kitsch that lack items and rely on technology in excess. Great job Shawn.
Even before 9/11 and I worked in the city, I kept with me in my daily bag a minimum of: a flashlight, a disposable dustmask, socks, and walking shoes. That way if I got stuck in the subway I could walk safely in the dark. I also was familiar with all the different routes I could take to get home. As my husband says - "Don't be the skeleton in the car."
What does that mean the skeleton in the car?
@@toriwolf5978 stuck in traffic so long you died
@@toriwolf5978 the vehicle you’re in stops moving, you don’t. I think it means don’t sit and wait for help because help might not come, or you might be safe at home by the time it does. Rely on yourself and keep moving. I have no idea if this is the intended meaning, but that’s what I took it as.
@@toriwolf5978 if you ever see disaster/zombie movies they always (for effects) open a car door and out leans a skeleton. meaning they were traped or couldn't get out so died in there car and over time became a skeleton. (it takes a long time to become one once dead) (unless critters got them) so a lot of time as had to pass for a live person to see one. (i think it is for moviedum effects only)
Great philosophy Fletcher ,
thnk You ,
Denver F .
I don't understand why people give other guys like this flack for saying in his personal bag he keeps $100, if you wanna carry more than carry more. This is HIS pack and it works perfect for him, stop complaining guys! Keep up the great work man, great videos!
I agree with you.
In my humble t opinion, Corporal, or anyone, should be able to carry as much, or as little, cash as he wishes. Its his business..noone elses. Personally, I trust his judgement completely and he has a good reason for what he said.
I keep 4.69 in wet rusty nickels & 4 green pennies
J W I carry 100 in my wallet and broken down cash in my bag
J W cash might get someone out of a Robbery for those that are not trained .
For me there getting the knife !
+1 on the socks... No, +100. As a salty Sargent told me when I was a boot, "Fresh pair of socks make you feel like a new man." And it`s the damn truth.
I change my socks when I work construction. When I feel run down or worn out, I take time to sit and change my socks. I feel 1000X better afterward. I totally agree.
every homeless person in the "gotta wear shoes" zones agrees with your Sargent. food for thought next time you are in a charitable mood.
Fresh pair of socks really raises morale. I have 2 pairs of socks (1 for warm weather 1 for cold weather) and some underwear and a thermal top and pants in my bag wadded up in a little bag within the bag.
I"ll just keep a fresh .40, take socks off the bodies, LOL
maybe if you're simple minded as fuck
Watching this in 2021. I feel like whole video could not be more relevant for everyone during these times..
Absolutely! Imma gettin ready for Armageddon!!
If you carry cash, distribute the smaller bills in different locations. Some in your pack, some in your extra sock, some in your pocket, some in your wallet. If you get "jacked", you don't want to hand over your entire stash.
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Always take a gun
@@mule666 Massachusetts exist
@@8Maduce50 better to be judged by 12 than carried by 6
In a situation like this it’s not beneath me to put it where the sun don’t shine lol
Scary how relevant this seems now three years later 😮
Thank you for your hard work and dedication.... you don't know me at all, but you took the time to possibly give me a fighting chance 👍🇺🇸
And even more now it's Sept.1,2021...U.S.A.
@@debz3503 And now Northern Europe checks in at First of March 2022
Look now wait it’s almost 2023
And now it IS Sunday, March 5, 2023. The time just keeps going!
Still relevant 2024
Just a thought. If its an urban go bag, I would suggest a pry bar and a dust mask. Pry bars come in small sizes and offer an amazing amount of leverage, dont rule it out.
You could use a cheat bar as a walking stick too. Good for improvised spears and massive leverage. Oh and a beatin' stick =)
A Crowbar would be best, having one would make you feel like Gordon Freeman, you would instantly become an unstoppable badass:)
A small pry bar and help get you out of a jam...literally...👍
Only thing to consider is that sometimes having those items on you can lead to trouble with law enforcement for carrying "burglary tools"
@@PackRunner3 if it gets that bad I don't think a crowbar is a cops worry
I've probably watched 2 or 3 hundred hours of "survival kit" videos etc. This is one of the best by far. Very sensible advice. No Thrills but got all the bases covered. Thanks mate, keep it up.
You mean "Frills". 👍🏻
This still stands as one of the best get home bag videos on youtube. would be interested in seeing an update if anything has changed over the years.
This happened to my dad when he was younger while living in London. Some sort of a riot happend when he was coming home from work and a 30 minute walk turned into a 2 hour long process of running and evading
Happened to me a couple of times, when the IRA were bombing, you wont be able to get a cab and hotels get full, I just went to a bicyle store and bought a bike, 30 miles on a bike much quicker than walking and you dont get stuck in traffic.
Dan Campbell The bike was a great Idea! Good thinking on your feet.
Dan Campbell as someone from Northern Ireland, sorry about that.
If your in Northern Ireland, the leaders of the New IRA were just arrested so we’re good for a bit.
Cowboy on the plus side, with brexit you guys get to choose between a hard border between Northern Ireland and Ireland, or one between Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK. I’m sure that will totally happen without any conflicts!
@@dancampbell9090These days you can get one of the "Boris bikes" from the urban cycling scheme, athough in popular locations they may go pretty quickly when SHTF.
I love all of your videos.
On a side note, I carry cash, but separate it on 3-4 places over my body, so if I pull it out no one will know how much I have.
True but it might be fun looking for it. :)
sootch also recommends have a second wallet with some cash and expired credit cards one can surrender to get one on the way
Good advice thanks for sharing GRAPPLERGIRL10 😘
Viewed this again Mr. Kelly. Still the best. None have ever compared to the logicality yet flexibility of this video. My example is that during storm Arwen here late last November in Scotland my bus was rerouted because of fallen trees though the route to my village was clear. Meaning at 7pm on a winters night, in a howling gale, our nice driver told anyone from my village they had to disembark. There was only one. Nobody was moving in the whole of the Grampian area - Police advice (rules). 12 miles in rain and wind. I was lucky I had waterproofs head to toe, extra clothing, I was winterised, extra grub and a large thermos of tea and I know all the back roads intimately. I 'phoned home to forbid any one to come and get me. If they tried and something happened no help would be available. Took me 5hours. Lesson learned, don't assume you will be looked after, the driver was "obeying orders" and the other passengers could care less, they just wanted home and I was expendable. The next Monday morning I travelled to work with a rather larger more efficient "Get Me Home" kit. Many thanks for embedding the mindset especially the hydrate before you move off. McIntyre Scotland
Over 5 years late to this video The information is still timely and appropriate. Outstanding as always Corporal. 👍
Exactly.
One of the most realistic viewpoints on getting home gear that I have seen. Two things many people don't take seriously enough are hand protection and foot care items. Walking long distance if you have not developed calluses over time from doing so, can very quickly become problematic. Even if you have conditioned feet, sweat, grime left on your feet will turn into real problems if the situation turns long term. If you can't walk, you reduce your chances by 90%. Likewise, if your hands are injured it becomes exceedingly hard to do basic things. Great video and thanks for your service.
I would add blister protection like moleskin first those who are not used to walking long distances in their shoes. I blister can bring you down.
Smart wool socks.
Absolutely one of the best, well thought out, kits that I have seen on youtube. Nothing over done. Not filled with 10 flashlights. Not filled with large ammo and mags. Not filled with tactical vests etc.
Good job on a kit that would be of value to anyone in an emergency situation.
I love the “get home” aspect of this kit. I’m not “bugging out”, I’m getting home, if I’m away.
Once home, I’m staying there for 90 days minimum. After that, I’ll think about “bugging out” (to one of a couple pre-planned locations). Clove oil in hand.
Why would you carry clove oil in hand? Wouldnt you have a backpack you can put it in, or at least strap it onto??? It would be much more efficient to put it into your backpack, so you have 2 hands that you can manipulate your surroundings and support your body's physical stance/ stability more easily with. I put all my stuff in my bag so I can easily open doorknobs, grab keys, drive cars etc.
Never plan around time lengths day 2 after the SHTF the zombie hoard might show up at your house
Survive 90 days and become the surviving 25%.
@@MrLegit-mq9ki are you legit?
@@Zepla too legit to quit
Since watching several survival channels and putting together a get home bag.
I have nothing but respect to our American neighbours. I have learnt so much and since I live in Australia. I have now put together a few bug out bags, just In case of that SHTF ever happens and it will at some point. Being ready is key. I have added a couple of miniature bottles of alcohol as well. Always good for bartering. Many thanks and stay safe everyone.
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Those bag liners are priceless indeed. I had to stay at work 5 days once and made a blanket by stuffing with leaves and melting the end shut with a lighter. My bed was grass under a bush.
Good idea but how did that happen
Never have to buy iodine again. Something I learned from Dr. Hood when he was still here. Resublimated usp iodine crystals. Couple grams in a glass bottle. You can fill with water and shake up for a solution. can use over and over forever. Great vid as always.
I realize you may already know this, but Im posting this for other viewers who may read your comment and think that resublimated iodine is the best solution to water purification.
Iodine may be great for a get home bag, especially an urban get home bag, where you might only need to treat water once or twice before getting home and the only nasties one may encounter are bacteria and viruses, but Iodine is ineffective against Cryptosporidium and is only moderately to minimally effective against Giardia.
The same holds true for bleach as with iodine, unless they are used in conjunction with filtration (pore size must be less than 1 micron to be effective against protozoa and .3microns to be effective against bacteria, most filters are .2 microns).
In the bush or in the event of a longer disturbance where you will need continual water purification filtration followed by Chlorine Dioxide or UV is the best bet as they are effective against Giardia and moderately effective against Cryptosporidium. Of course a rolling boil for 1-2 minutes trumps all the other methods, but is very time consuming.
@@Ali-7676 Seychelle filter bottles are perfect for a get-home bag. They even make a Radiological filter.
Your best friend in an urban survival get home shtf situation is a car antenna... You can walk up to any car and then the antenna at a 45 or 90 degree angle and unscrew it. The nut part of the screw to your vehicle keeps it in your hand and there's a devastating weapon and window breaker on your way home. It's easily concealable up a sleeve but you can easily be down five or six people so long as they don't have a gun without worrying much about it. Getting whipped by a car antenna with that little metal bead on the tip is 50 times worse than getting clubbed by a police officers stick. Thank you for your videos. Thank you for educating us not only on get home bags but on a long-term Wilderness survival. My kids love watching your videos. You're raising the next generation of hopefully Army troops and not Marines. LOL!
"no limit to what you can do with this" my inner brat instantly says "you cant eat it".
I know this video is a couple years old, but if you happen to still check comments, thanks for these videos. I have a feeling these skills will be needed soon.
It's amazing how a little prep gives a big piece of mind! Even having flashlights and candles when the power goes out for a few hours, I've been amazed at how many of my neighbors did not have even that small common prep last time we lost a power pole in my neighborhood.
IF there is truly no limit to what you can do with it why would you need any other item? Because each item has LIMITS to its usefulness.
Creek Stuart and adult the earned his eagle scout as a youth from weather channel demonstrated how a tea candle and squatting over the candle with a contractors trash bag over will help keep you warm
I spent several months working outside of New Orleans a couple years after Katrina. The area was nowhere near recovery. Seeing it first hand was very sobering. I guess what I mean is that disaster can be all too real (as it was for the people there) and I've since been compelled to try to be prepared. Videos like this are immensely helpful. Thanks.
All of these recommendations were applicable to those of us in South Florida during a hurricane crisis. Gas was sparse, no electricity, stores were either closed or bare, and water wasn’t safe. Thanks for these videos!
Former Army here, great vid, affirmative on the socks... huge morale booster. it's one of the first things I do when I get home everyday...change into a fresh pair, instant satisfaction
Hand sanitizer can be used to freshen up your feet too!
I've watched this multiple times. it never gets old. Great lessons and clarity.
A small container of dental floss is very handy. A single popcorn pip that's wiggled its way under your gumline is uncomfortable, two days later it starts to cause infection, uncomfortable has now turned into dangerous. A small travel size mouthwash, cut with a little hydrogine peroxide is handy as well...
Hahaha
This might sound weird as a comment on a youtube video but your strength is inspirational. Thank you for sharing your strength with all of us.
This video keeps getting more relevant as time goes on
Pre-thread the needle with some cotton. It is much easier in the daylight, with warm hands than on a cold, wet night. Also mark up your map with points of interest e.g. water sources, storm drains, medical facilities etc. You can't cover every eventuality but you can cover expected ones e.g. a hurricane will flood low lying areas first. An ounce of preparation is worth a pound on the day of an emergency.
I'm a road tech for my company. I'm sometimes 30 miles from home. All my coworkers make fun of me and call me crazy for my bag. I tell them well you're betting that you won't and I'm betting that I might. Your the crazy one.
I know your struggle.. Im in the same situation
Same here, but I've become accustomed to being made fun of. Most people don't understand the idea of being prepared for the unexpected, but they all buy vehicle and medical insurance. Go figure.
@الجيلالي بولرباح yeah i believe you lmao.
One of the signs of mental illness is when you think everyone else is crazy.
There's a point where planning a survival kit goes from being sensible to paranoid. This crossed the line for me.
@@RylanStorm I'm not a huge proponent of full-on doomsday prepping and yet this doesn't strike me as paranoid. It's the type of stuff that is practical to have around in most situations... a few trash bags, some personal hygiene items, some extra warm and clean clothes in case you get dirty, and some tools in case you need them. Don't you keep a first aid kit in your car, along with the proper tools to change a tire, and some extra fluids like motor oil and water? Why not have a few things to keep your body running right too?
This was an extremely well thought out video. You have a sharp mind, and I’m sure you’ve received sound training over the years. It shows. One thing that really stood out was the basic tourist type map. No one knows their entire city except cops and cabbies. You gotta be ready for detours. The iodine is a good call, too. Thanks. Take care.
Please share my videos with others and thanks for watching
Good Realtors know their entire city
Buck Fifty ok so pack a good realitor instead of a city map _ good call!
I know my city!
A good delivery driver makes cops and cabbies(if they existed) look lost
This video became extremely relevant for me in 2020. Major rioting and legitimate violent civil unrest blocked normal means of travel to and from my job location to home. (35 mile commute) My commute drove through the city where this took place. Granted I was never on foot and always in my vehicle, creating contingencies for get home travel occurred and my edc, edc-bag and vehicle load out changed because of it. The use of open source radio allowed for early warning and preplanning different routes kept me out of any b.s. It can happen. Thanks for the solid information.
We were caught in a riot of a certain type...you tube will ban me if I say which..my elderly parents, my kids, caught in the car and they attacked our car. No cops. No help. It's amazing we got out, but we had to do the 90deg maneuver via car
I’m old enough to remember when prepped were called but jobs.
It takes a global pandemic and Russian military intervention for people to wake tf up.
For urban bug out bags I highly recommend 2 x n95 dust masks. When you look at what may make you leave a city quickly most of those disasters throw lots of dust and smoke in the air. +1 on the socks and gloves.
You are one of the few people who do these demos that are trustworthy and practical but knowledgeable at the same time. Thank you for your service and for what you do. Keep on doing it..
Perfectly stated Stacy!
It's better to have it, and not need it, than it is to need it, and not have it Period.
A good maxim to follow. That's why it's important to carefully plan a EDC/bugout bag/emergency kit/etc. If you need to travel, carrying more stuff limits your mobility. It bridges the gap between being exposed in the open and being (relatively) safely bunkered up. That's when we need to gamble a little and decide what is worthwhile to carry, based on how much effort bringing it would require, the odds it'll be useful, and the severity of the penalties for needing it if you don't have it. Again, it's good to be as prepared as possible, but it's impossible to be prepared for everything.
2 is 1 and 1 is none
This is my mantra.
Having a Period is no fun either, take some sanitary stuff, can be used for other things also.
one thing I really appreciate is how you explain, and then proceed to follow up with photograph examples. New sub, awesome content!
Late to the party, but one thing I see a LOT of people overlook is eye pro...for guys like us, its second nature, but not everybody thinks that way. I would also suggest a small pry bar for urban survival. Also, replace the handsoap with Dawn...much better at cutting grease/soot and will also neutralize oils from things like poison oak/ivy/stinging nettles.
I like the pair of socks. I even carry a set of underwear too. Nothing feels better if you can change. I miss some essential first aid stuff like bandaids, Neosporin, aspirin etc. overall a great kit to start with and modify to your own needs. 👍👍👍
Pain meds is a good idea. A woman on a moto channel I watch broke her wrist back in the woods, alot easier riding out with pain meds and a taped up wrist.
Devil Dog, this ancient former frogman thinks your kit and mindset are on target. One thing I ALWAYS carry multiples of are lubricants. Imagine that same 10-mile walk that became a 30 mile hump with a blister forming on your right heel, a chafe in your groin getting quite hot and maybe the straps on your pack chafing in your armpits. I carry a few small tubes of antibiotic ointment scattered in my gear and pockets, a bit of coconut oil softened beeswax and a few feet of riggers tape for blisters. For a get home bag I plan for the common injuries of travel on foot, especially if I'm out of practice walking and with a pack. A bloody chafe or blister will not kill you right away, but open sores in a very dirty environment are asking for trouble, not to mention I don't want to add to an already shit situation. Small injuries are more a drain on energy and concentration, which in themselves can get you killed in an emergency if your focus wains. Stop them before they start, stay lubed up.
And LANYARDS, Devil Dog! You act like you weren't in the Navy! Everything must be drilled and have a lanyard or you WILL CERTAINLY lose the item. If it doesn't have a lanyard, you don't own it. Love to chat with you. I'm south of you in San Diego.
Hugh Jarce if you can, wear boots or shoes you have worn on multiple hikes so they are well broken in, and never wear cotton socks, wool socks, merino wool is the best, with a thin wool liner sock as my inner, and regular socks as my outer.
The point that his 10 mile way home could be 30 miles and/or days traveled is a point missed by most of these videos.
Wow, you are the first person to tell about that. I have never been in the Military, but all the survival vests that I have seen, everything in vest is secured by a lanyard into the pocket from which it came, to know where it goes and like you said, not to loose it should it fall out. Good catch, I enjoy watching his videos and adding what he has said to what I have learned to increase my knowledge of survival. Those who comment also help in adding to my knowledge as well, thank you Warrior Rises.
.... note to self .... new skin .... and .... Butt cream ...... must haves in bug out bag
Yes!!! I carry the small tub of Vaseline in my pack. I know people don't want to hear this but if you start chaffing your thighs, or have diarreah and your butt is chaffed, blisters, dry hands or feet, cracked lips. it even starts fires really well when used with a piece of cloth or cotton ball. I boldly encourage everyone to carry one in their pack.
I live down here, near São Paulo, Brazil. This tiime of year it's Summer. Around here there are two types of weather. On Summer is very hot for 2 or 3 days. Then you have moderate hot with a LOT of rain, sometimes for days. The main problem we have here, this time of year, is flood. In the winter is not too cold. And it rains a lot less. I miss the opportunity to live in a place like USA, Canada and Japan, were preparedness is an essential skill to keep you alive. Around here we can't purchase the gear, this kind of mentality doesn't exist around here, there are not a "market" for such products, and the prices are prohibitive to import the items.
But I'm grateful for each and every channel with EDC, Bug Out, Camping and Survival channel I encounter. At least, maintaining the right mindset for an imminent disaster is free.
Thanks for the good Work!
I was getting a get home bag together for a birthday gift. He works 60 to 80 miles from home. Different locations. This aided in some of the things to add. I have life boat provisions for food. Thanks for taking the time to do this.
I'm putting together a get home bag and your video answered a lot of questions. You have a no BS straight to the point approach which is great, I just subscribed . It's a long way from church to home and my wife and I are seniors but still strong and street savvy here in N.Y.C. . And we planning ahead just in case. God bless you keep em coming.
Don't forget your canes or walkers. Thieves leave people alone who look like they have a weapon, and that includes canes and walkers.
Perfect pace to your videos. Makes the info easy to digest without wasted time.
Thank you for taking this subject matter seriously. Many do not. The way you break this kit down makes it very approachable for new kids like myself. Thank you!! This stuff never gets old for me. Love this kit and your explanation.
Only been watching you for 18 months or so.... it was good of TH-cam to hit me up with one of your earlier vids .
Definitely gave me some good ideas for the bag I'm putting together. I am only a novice, but what you teach is priceless. Thanks chief ⚓ 🇬🇧
I hit the Like button before I watch the video because I already know I won't be disappointed. Never have.
I'll fill mine with candies, when all the candy shops close up, I'll trade my tootsie roll for a tank.
@@SludgeManCometh bro you missed the joke
tootsie rolls? who eats those?
@@bryanfischer8585 no bro u missed the joke
@@bryanfischer8585 I believe you are the one that missed the joke bud
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Just a thought . I keep a 2nd hand FOLDABLE Bike in my truck . ( I remove the reflectors , cover the chrome with Camo duct tape etc . You get the idea ) If SHTF , Time is of the essence . I can move faster further over the road or thru the woods with fat mountain tires , abandon the bike at any point if needed , and continue on foot to get home . Thx. Good luck . Good video .
One big reason I like your "get home bag kit" in particular, is that you included a pair of gloves. I can't tell you how many urban survival "get home" videos I've seen on TH-cam that for whatever reason don't include gloves. Maybe some think they are comfort item? ... I don't know. But personally, I think they should be an essential carry item for any kit. - For camping, survival, bushcraft or whatever. I feel like in a survival situation, not having a pair could be detrimental. But that's just my opinion. Loved your video. Very informative and practical. Thanks you, and carry on Corporal.
CPL. Kelly. First thank you for your service. This morning around 1AM was my first time coming across your channel. The time is now going on 4PM and I'm still going strong. Thank you so much for all that you do! Your explanation and demonstration is SUPERB!!! I feel that I'm right there with you during every expedition. You truly know how to capture your audience and for that...I'm truly appreciative. Looking forward to following you from this day forward. Thank you!!!
just watched this for like the 1000x time because it is THAT good, reinforcing the basic NECESSITIES; great job
Late to the corporal party (former E4 Specialist 63b/93b myself) but I wanted to add this. In my tornado bag (Oklahoma) I have a small laundry bag attached with a full change of clothes - socks undies shoes pants long sleeve. In the bag, among my kit, is always a spare key to whatever vehicles I currently own. That way I can run out naked with that bag knowing I'll have a chance.
My wife used to work like 12 train stops into the city and there were always problems, especially in the snowy North East USA.
The Boston Trolly system is the oldest and worst in the USA. I used to make her a kit of hand warmers, Cash for a cab, energy bar, mini flash light, mini Am/Fm radio, mini "wash & dry" hand cloths. Often in winter months these items came in handy.
Agreed, that point about the hand sanitizer being flammable was outstanding.
Good bit of kit but one of the things i suggest to everyone asumming this is in your car/locker at work. Is have a change of clothes and boots next to it. So if need you can start it in a fresh clean cloths because that the day you could have to leave xtremely dirty/wet/ or in a t-shirt and shorts with sandals. O and note: 1/2in sillcock keys are starting to be more common. So might want to ad a 1/2 extension for that.
Man. I love the style of this channel. No nonsense.
I have no military training. This info could save my life. God bless you for sharing the know how. You are a true American.
Clever guy , clear english , effective bag. Good ideas.Thanks .
That mindset thing you were talking about man..... that was some heavy stuff. I'm speechless.
The important thing to note and the difference between your content and others is your viewpoints and scenarios you run the viewer through actually get me thinking in DIFFERENT ways than I came in with. Once again another OUTSTANDING video, thanks!!
It's 2021 now, but your 2018 video and this one still stand out. You demonstrate that with so little and maybe 2 or 3 extra tools, one can survive outside and even have an actual camp. I was feeling inspired to layout all the stuff I have been collecting and start building kits. I find bags can be expensive, but with patience and a good eye I have managed to find them, even knives, filters and so on at very reasonable to low prices. Honestly I have more than enough, but I can build extra kits so nothing will be wasted.
Very good video. I can think of 2 things I would add. A few bandades and maybe 2 disposable dust masks.
maybe a roll of med tape
He already has the tape, and the bandanas, both of which can be used for what you're describing, as well as other multiple uses.
I'm not a gun person, but I have great respect for your statement "I would never advise you to go out and buy a gun".. It shows your knowledge and respect for firearms. Socks and gloves were one of the first things I put in my bag.. Thanks for your well planned and intelligent advisory. I'm sharing the link with a friend who is working on his bag.. We're in Seattle.. Earthquake territory...
if not comfortable with a firearm one can always put a pocket rocket or sling shot in the pack small and light weight and can be used to fend off agresive animals
Thanks Corporal! Love your videos! Even these older ones which continue to be a great resource. Thanks, keep up the good work! God bless you. Here is a strong suggestion to add to contents: wool socks for walking. Fits the cover category of the 10 c's. Most novices don't realize it, but unless you have wool socks which wick away sweat from your feet as you walk, your feet will turn into mush. After a few miles out, you will begin to have blisters big time! I have heard almost no preppers talk about this, but every backpacker out there knows that wool socks are an absolute necessity when walking long distances. I now always pack a pair of wool socks like the ones backpackers use in all my vehicle get home bags. Thanks again!
Excellent work there mate. Some great ideas. I would also suggest a few more things to carry.
#1. A couple of field dressings for more serious wounds, with at least one pressure bandage for snake bites (depending where you are). I always carry a small med kit.
#2. Some sports strapping tape. The strapping tape you can use to bind wounds (better than gorilla tape) and also repair kit (like gorilla tape), as well as strap feet/legs up in case of softer-soled feet and/or injured ankles, knees &c.
#3. Telescopic sight of some sort, with either (or both) IR or TI capacity, so you can look ahead for trouble.
#4. Torch(s) with subdued white light settings and/or filtered light (pref not red). A small hand torch in addition to a head torch. A small one can be carried on a key chain or around your neck on a bit of hoochie cord.
#5. Dull-coloured wide-brimmed hat, in addition to a thermal beanie.
#6. Small micro-fibre towel, for cleaning the face, especially around the eyes and mouth.
#7. For the warming layer, I'd strongly suggest a thermal jacket, at least 100wt. Bulkier but it's worth it for warmth. Merino wool is also good.
#8. For the H2O-proof layer, I'd recommend Gore-Tex material. I prefer a hooded jacket, even though it's bulkier. In my experience in the field it's been the best for protection against the rain, and it "breathes" as well (provided that it's clean and well maintained).
#9. I recommend ordinary grey lead pencils (HB), because they can be easily sharpened, and unlike mechanical pencils if they break they can still be used. I would also suggest carrying a chinagraph (can write on glass/metal), and permanent markers.
If you carry your notepad in a cover, they often have specific places for writing implements.
#10. A nav protractor. Can be stored in the notebook cover. Along with rubber bands.
#11. Spare batteries.
I realise these things add weight, but they're well worth it.
Thanks for your good work mate. Keep it up!
P.S. People, if you're in/around a desert, you can use sand to clean yourself. It's not pleasant but it gets the job done.
Catching up on some older videos to pump up your views and to continue learning, not sure how I missed this one before. I guess I wasn't aware hand sanitizer was flammable, and who would have thought three years ago that it would be so readily available in 2020...lol. Another thing you've touched on since this video is the bandanas can also be used to pre-filter dirty water to keep the floaties out before sanitizing it.
I feel that in an urban settings bush setting one of the most underrated piece of kit is Knowledge, knowledge all day long and just improvise a lot of items from your surroundings. Plus I feel this is kind of a great kit for escape and evade ie your a serving soldier on deployment or a criminal on the run. Would need to be one hell of disaster to be using this in peace time on home turf. True saying " better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it.
I am one of the guys who only recently focused on survival and edc kits. Thank you for not only giving great insight to all parts of your kits, but also for your comments on the firearms. I watch your videos and find all of them useful as far as practical information goes. I will continue to be a subscriber as long as you post these incredibly informational videos. God bless you Corporal, thanks for piece of mind.
I will trust anything you do, you are one of the best out there.. Thanks Corporals..
The sillcock key alone convinced me to subscribe. Thank you for producing all of these videos!
At 3:20, "burned out city?; 1994 North Ridge quake and the 1989 Loma Prieta quake. Not so much burned out, but, traffic was stopped by so much road damage and blockage. In some places, you couldn't drive. It wasn't a 10 mile walk home, it was a 10 mile obstacle course.
August 2003, a power outage in the northeastern US and Canada. NYC mass transit commuters had a long hike, in office attire. They would need walking shoes, socks and seasonal appropriate clothing.
Gloves, check. TP, check. Cash, check. No electricity = no ATMs = no POS registers = no cards.
1 more thing. A couple of plastic store bags. Mostly to collect dry paper, cardboard or other tinder.
If I showed this to my non-prepper family members, they would look at me like my dog does. "Huuh". But, then, 6 weeks ago, you could buy toilet paper everywhere.
Of course, this is an excellent video.
For water, I use a Cammel back bladder. It has enough water for me to get to where I want to go. 10-30 miles like you said.
It's easy to fill and purify water with purification tablets or use a filter.
Like you, I carry a military poncho. Used it many times as a Grunt as a shelter, a sleeping bag with the liner. One tine snapped it to a shelter half to make a tent.
I carry 550 cord, it's just what I have. I have a USAF Survival Knife that I have had for about 40 years. Went to Desert Storm with me. A Leatherman and a Swiss Army Knife with a wood saw on it. Lighter and flint and Magnesium fire starter. Lensetic compass, I use that to navigate at sea while sailing too when I'm plotting my course along the coast.
I like the idea of carrying trash bags to fill up for a sleeping mat. I have a little survival bivy too. but prefer a sleeping bag. I carry a couple of MREs with me also. I keep a small first Aid kit. with a field dressing and a couple cravats. as well as regular first aid items. because you said Urban get home bag. I think I might add a AAA city map with it. GPS is fine, but if it's a situation like you said, GPS may be out or it may be difficult to recharge anything. Besides, I'm old school and prefer paper maps. don't forget sunscreen. it's a hell of a hike without sun protection, You said you want to be hidden while you sleep or set up camp. Yes, I can understand that in a SHTF situation, but in some other situations, you might want to be seen. so shouldn't you have some bright orange or reversible equipment or clothing?
As a Canadian, my Dad was HUGE on making sure my brother and me learned the core lessons of survival; with a Dad who's a prepper, I often got joked at but it's sad how little the average person learns this stuff. Now my area isn't much like yours, there's maybe one or two urban areas, the one I live close to being the biggest. So he was very serious in teaching us wilderness survival and bug-out scenarios. For me I always bring minimum to leave the city as grey man as I can before getting home to bug-out towards my indian reserve. As for the trip itself, several weeks roughly by foot, unfortunately it means maintaining some form of stockpiled travel food such as MRE or survival rations oh and personal protection since predatorial animals. I'm restricted to having a prepared rucksack with tools, shelter, comforts and a medkit.
I didnt quite think about the need for spare socks and carrying a sanitation pouch, really well thought out! I'll go ahead and add that to my kit also. I suppose if you think about it, my "get home kit" is more oriented to an RV point as opposed to getting home. come to think of it, I've been meaning to upgrade my pack for more comfort over such a long range of travel, and consider packing hiking clothes. I'd like to hear your thoughts and of course, enjoy your channel. gave me a good refresher.
FYI, I reccomend packing a solar charged battery, that is a battery pack with solar panels attached so you can charge your battery whilst you travel. After all it becomes a relatively useless brick after dying unless you find a means to regenerate electricity and get more out of it !
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Thanks for posting. I have been working on developing a plan ; incase my urban to suburban 14 mile commute ever doubles or triples during an emergency situation. Several years ago, during a small snow storm my commute turned into a nightmare. My normal 30/45 minute drive took 8.5 hours to get to work. My shift started at 4pm and I never arrived until after 10:30 pm. Since, I work in Law Enforcement I could not turn around I had to report . Many people were running out of gas and abandoning their cars in the roadway adding to the chaos. I was so unprepared for that day but luckier than most others. I work in Boston and live just northwest of city. I will never get caught with my butt hanging out like that ever again. Since, that incident I been carrying a get home bag and every year since then been revising my plans. Thanks to yourself and others of the prepared mindset. I learning something new everyday. Keep up the great work and I really enjoy your videos.
Danny M thats a rough city...lotta traffic allotta people...i used to live in medford and randolph...
You know what I mean about a traffic nightmare. Thanks Chad.
Danny M atlanta snowpocalypse 2014, 12 mile commute took 6.5 hours. Google the photos of that day, it was a nightmare, changed my life. BOB for life
Because I have a child, and I will be going Home ASAP........................Thanks for watching
yep. 3 years ago, winter storm. 50 miles one way. they let us out 1/2 day - all 50,000 state employees + everyone else. my 1 hr commute turned into 5 hrs. 17 degrees, 8" snow and coming down hard. people were stuck everywhere. My Ford Expedition has a 28 gallon fuel tank and I almost ran out of gas. After that, I carry a bag in the truck, along with a sleeping bag. Unfortunately i am also in a car pool so sometimes I am at the mercy of the driver!
I really like this particular video. I've been watching for a couple of weeks and this one just really hits the spot. As a filmmaker myself I appreciate your technique - limited cuts and edits, testimonial style, clear and concise. I think the real talent besides the content lies in how you clearly don't have this scripted but you were still able to deliver your thoughts, info, and opinions with objectivity, with an even logic, and without wasting time. You always knew what to say next with only a moment between points. Good job and thank you.
I was an hour away from home working.A freak snowstorm changed direction drastically.It took 5 1/2 hrs to get home.Since then I always carry a pack.That hr could’ve been 10.
Once again, more well thought out information. Thanks Sean.
This is an important video for people to watch in days like these
Absolutely!!
Great video as always. You've taught this single old girl alot. Much love and respect.
- A roll of quarters (or about $3-5 loose) - these are for machines like soda or snacks. Some (not all but some) older coke/soda machines will dispense even if the power is out because the loose change setup inside is designed with a lever mechanism that counts the appropriate quarters and then unlocks the mechanism for dropping the can (generally bottle). Dollar bill takers are digital, but older change counters are mechanical. There was a time that you never saw these types anymore because the design is like pre-60's (Generally those old super-cool 1930's models), but they are now nostalgia pieces, and are all over the place in niche stores if you know where to look.
- You can also put that roll in your fist and get busy old school...or I guess just dropping them in a sock would work prison style...or just throw a handful of quarters in somebody's face. They'll flinch.
And then to add that I like to carry a really good short prybar. I keep a prybar/tire tool under the seat of my car anyway. Pry bar gets you in most places and they're legal. Ain't no law against carrying a tire tool. Plus, I have hung out with bikers most my life and have seen more fights where someone grabs a tire tool than knives or guns. Seen a few people smacked with one. They didn't like it. It did not make them happy.
I put dish soap in my kit instead of hand soap. Fine for hands but more versatile for cleaning other items. Great video! Thanks!
I carry Dawn dishsoap. It can wash hands or equipment. Also ant-fog put a drop on your sunglasses rub around with your finger and wipe clean do not rinse. There will be a film that helps prevent fogging left on any lense you clean that way.
Hadn't heard of that trick before.
Thanks.
Those tuna packets are money makers man, light weight, packs down small, and gives you the nutrients you need.
Yeah but all the feral cats follow you
@@thetruthpost9693 you can always make an army to protect you
Hello Corporal Sir,
Thank you for your information and videos.
I want to thank you for your service for our country. God bless you Sir.
I go back to this video often to remind myself on what I should carry at a minimum when going to cities I am not familiar with. Very informative! Thank you!
Really great idea's to keep it simple to get to where you have to be but have things to make it somewhat comfortable
Have always carried things with me over the years as I drive for a living. Am older now and find my needs have changed somewhat and it is nice to see the way you bring out the important things. You also provide a place to shop for them, and we can know they have been tested by the best. Thank you corporal, and as always, Outstanding!
I keep returning to this video on your urban get home bag. I have watched so many videos in the last couple months On get home vs bug out bags. With your help and advice I have reduced the weight of my bag. I also realized that in my area water is going to be difficult to locate. So I purchased a 3 liter hydro pack bag to carry water along with my 2 water bottles. I am not ashamed to say I spent a good deal of money building a bag that would be considered a INCH bag. I still have that bag but it stays at the house in case we truly had to leave home. And I have built a get home bag. 35 miles estimated trip. And will weigh about 24 pounds when my water bottles and bladder are full. I am completely comfortable with my bag now . So thank you for the common sense approach
Wow, two days in a row finding a video in my feed. Nice!!!
Thanks for making great videos. I have about the same stuff. I added a cheap police trade in Glock 22 gen 3 for $299.
I miss those days!! I should have picked one up when they were soo cheap.
Your absolutely right about how long it may take you to get home you could have to shelter in place until things natural or man-made settle down enough to safely get home
Great video.
I'm sick of seeing expensive gear over well thought out items.
You nailed it.
You made some interesting points about "ohh I'm just 10 miles from home I don't need a bag" mindset. When at work I'm 10 to 15 miles from home however I also have to cross the Ohio River. If the bridges were impassable by foot then the contents of my bag would be the same with the addition to some kind of PFD to aid a River crossing and a dry bag for my contents. Outstanding video thanks for sharing your knowledge with us!!
Excellent get home bag. Add some of these ideas to my own. Especially the food, can't believe I left that part out!
I have this discussion with people all the time when they “question “ why I carry gear with me.Ive said it a thousand times,I may only live 25-30 km from my home but I live in Canada where rain,wind and lots of snow prevail.Hypothermia is a major threat here.If you get stuck out in the elements with nothing,you will die.If something bad happens and I need to trek home on foot I need to be ready,period.
The Hell with other people. I know exactly what 3 miles looks like from my house to a cross street where there is Super Walmart, Golden Coral and Giant Panda (Chinese food). Even by car you can't see everything clearly for the entire 3 miles and it takes about 15 minutes at an average 40 mph to drive it. We would hate to have to walk that stretch, particularly if things were chaotic. Even if you can camp in your vehicle you'd still need some gear and supplies.
If only those who don't prepare would listen to us smart people :)
I wouldn’t tell anyone what you carry......they will attack you and take all of your stuff in desperation. Never underestimate a desperate human being.
Regarding "discarding the trash" at 16:00. Each of those containers, I would keep. The smell of tuna/food is an excellent lure for trapping. The Plastic-Wax paper on the crackers are useful containers and fire extenders. And a long shot...the Aluminum-Plastic envelopes can be burned to reclaimed the aluminum...mixed with hydroxide from wood ash and fine charcoal can be used for crude gun power. Just some thoughts...good video.