A common sense yet detailed conversation about bug out bag planning and an item by item look at what's in this ultra-lightweight bug out bag and survival kit. This one weighs in at just under 14 lbs. with water! Looking for some great items? Check out my  Amazon Influencer storefront  https://www.amazon.com/shop/stokermatic We'll discuss a couple key principles including how to keep your bug out bags light by having depth in your preparations. I'll also share the top ten categories of items you need to have covered including food, fire, water, shelter, first aid, communication, navigation, the ability to maintain your core temperature, self-defense, and knowledge. These ten categories need to be considered when building any survival kit. A list of items: Essee Izula II Knife https://amzn.to/30zsjZP Tactical Tailor Operator Bag https://amzn.to/30r8hAK Kleen Kanteen https://amzn.to/2l6Z0ym Shemagh https://amzn.to/2jQx5T2 Poncho, Pair of Socks, Chem lights (large and small), First Aid kit Baby Wipes, Roadside Flare, Sewing Kit, 550 Paracord, multi-tool, scissors, flashlight, spare batteries, 100mph tape, fingernail cutters, water filtration and purification system, whistle, compass, water purification tablets, waterproof matches, emergency blanket, Ferro rod, magnesium fire starting kit, super glue, beenie, cotton balls soaked in vaseline, trail mix, tourniquet, knife sharpener, write in the rain notepad, markers and pens, spool of tripwire. My Camera Gear: Canon M50 https://amzn.to/2LDbDMQ Rode VideoMic Pro https://amzn.to/2XILqmz Rode VideoMic Go https://amzn.to/2XQywTt If you enjoy the channel, please check out Mad Dog Sunday - it's the easiest way to support my continued effort to bring better quality content. https://amzn.to/2DtmkN9 You can find me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/stokermatic1976/ * Disclaimer notice: links to Amazon products are affiliate links. This means that if you click on the link and order a product, I may receive a small commission to help support the channel. Hey - yes you! If you enjoy the content of the video, make sure you subscribe so you can stay up to date on future endeavors. And don't forget to leave a comment below so we can continue the conversation. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBNbdenLPOs

This week's Q&A ruminates on a great question left by Austin Chambers on what I think we need to focus on to develop a preparedness mindset. I look forward to hearing your contribution down in the comments below. Make sure you check out the Cascadian Preparedness site at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCssjcSXsBUYiQn2LYnY4a8g Check out my Amazon Storefront for great bushcraft, survival, and tactical virtue lists and items, it costs you nothing yet supports the channel:  https://www.amazon.com/shop/stokermatic To further support the channel, check out https://www.patreon.com/stokermatic * Disclaimer notice: links to Amazon products are affiliate links. This means that if you click on the link and order a product, I may receive a small commission to help support the channel. Hey - yes you! If you enjoy the content of the video, make sure you subscribe so you can stay up to date on future endeavors. And don't forget to leave a comment below so we can continue the conversation. BTW - you're awesome, thanks for hanging out with me here for a few minutes. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDrNSfW_YV4

Land Navigation is the single most common discriminator in any assessment and selection - whether we're talking about Special Forces, Ranger, Special Mission Unit (SMU), Expert Infantry or Soldiers Badge, EFMB, and more - With these tips, you'll be set up for success to master your craft! 00:00 intro 01:58 America! 02:40 Tip 1 - Not adhering to this tip will RUIN your life and ensure failure 04:00 Tip 2 - This Tip will save you time while not degrading accuracy needed 04:35 Tip 3 - Related to Tip 2, this one will sustain your confidence throughout the course 05:07 Tip 4 This Tip will keep your movements shorter and help you use terrain association to aid in accuracy 06:25 Tip 5 - Don't get caught using this Tip! 07:45 Tip 6 - When it's all said and done, don't forget this one is true! 09:45 Bonus Tip 1 10:15 Bonus Tip 2 11:00 Bonus Tip 3 12:40 Bonus Tip 4 Get up to date on the channel, future content, live, super huge thanks! Check out my Amazon Storefront for great bushcraft, survival, and tactical virtue lists and items, it costs you nothing yet supports the channel: https://www.amazon.com/shop/stokermatic Join the Squad on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/stokermatic Leaders Book: https://www.youtube.com/billstoker * Disclaimer notice: links to Amazon products are affiliate links. This means that if you click on the link and order a product, I may receive a small commission to help support the channel. https://www.amazon.com/shop/stokermatic Hey - yes you! If you enjoy the content of the video, make sure you subscribe so you can stay up to date on future endeavors. And don't forget to leave a comment below so we can continue the conversation. BTW - you're awesome, thanks for hanging out with me here for a few minutes. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCb4OYruDyc

Is the 5:1 Survival Bracelet worth $10? Find out in this review of the Monkey Fist 5-in-1 bracelet. It comes in four sizes and includes paracord, a whistle, ferro rod, knife, and button compass. It may not be the bushcraft tool you want to add to your kit bag, but it just might be. Watch the video and share your comments below. To find out more check out https://www.monkeyfistsurvival.com Check out my Amazon Storefront for great bushcraft, survival, and tactical virtue lists and items. It costs you nothing but supports this channel! https://www.amazon.com/shop/stokermatic My Camera Gear: Canon M50 https://amzn.to/2LDbDMQ Rode VideoMic Pro https://amzn.to/2XILqmz If you enjoy the channel, please check out Mad Dog Sunday - it's the easiest way to support my continued effort to bring better quality content. https://amzn.to/2DtmkN9 You can find me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/stokermatic1976/ * Disclaimer notice: links to Amazon products are affiliate links. This means that if you click on the link and order a product, I may receive a small commission to help support the channel. Hey - yes you! If you enjoy the content of the video, make sure you subscribe so you can stay up to date on future endeavors. And don't forget to leave a comment below so we can continue the conversation. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7YFWvacclg