Here is what is in my bag

[civiliansoldier]

Here is what I have so far folks. I welcome all criticism and suggestions.

Two rough use knives(one large and one small) and a machete
Self powered radio
Six pack package of disposable lighters
Survival handbook
Flashlight and extra batteries
Candles
6 glow sticks
Magnesium fire starting tool
Cotton, steel wool, and fire starting blocks
Insect repellant and sunscreen in squeeze bottle
Two mosquito nets for head
Water purification tablets(three packs)
Leatherman type multi-tool and a good folding knife
Quality compass
Hobo utensil set
Camp axe with belt sheath
One deck of playing cards
Sportsman’s cord (300 feet)
Tooth brush, toothpaste, dental floss, soap, deodorant
Camp style mess kit
Various sized Ziploc bags and plastic trash bags
Thick transparent plastic sheet 6 foot square for water pit
Bottle of multi-vitamins
½ inch diameter rope, 25-45 feet
Small pad of paper and pencil
tape measure
complete change of clothes including boots, socks, boxers, and bdu's
Two canteens
One roll of duct tape
Work gloves
Fishing line, hooks, bobbers, and lures
Two extra hydration bladders
Sunglasses
Compact binoculars
Emergency blankets and warming pack
6 foot utility strap
Super glue
Sponge
Coffee filters(Water pre-filter)
2 match holders with waterproof matches
Small magnifying glass
Small sharpening stone
Toilet paper in sealed bag
Two pocket sized ponchos
Slingshot
fifty rounds .45 ACP
One Rock Island 1911A2
Two enamel camp bowls and cups
Two canned heat
Drink mixes like kool aid single serve packs
Soup mixes
Instant coffee singles
Hot chocolate packs
Tea mixes
Gravy mixes
4 packs Tuna steak in sealed foil packs(Rotate)
6 cans Vienna sausages(Rotate)
6 cans Beannie weinnies(Rotate)
4 ramen noodle soup
2 canned fish snacks
3 plastic packages of boullion cubes

The following are things I still plan on buying to help complete the kit

50 feet of light wire for rigging snares
12 feet of aquarium tubing for water pit
6 clothes pins
southeast regional maps
family pictures
file for sharpening axe and machete
gun oil and cleaning supplies
small magnifying glass
walking stick
surgical needle and thread kit for cattle
high energy snack bars
water filter

Now these items don't all fit in one bag. I have them separated by importance. The most important items are in my backpack and the others are in a shoulder bag. Happily the wife is as into this as I am so we are going shopping next weekend for a backpack and some gear for her. I will be able to spread some of this gear between the two packs and add more weaponry. And to think this all started with preparing for a hurricane. Not only do I feel like I am doing right by my family by preparing like this, but it really is fun searching for new ideas or better gear. It keeps me out of the bars on the weekend, lol. Thanks for all the comments and suggestions that are sure to come. You folks are great!!!

[Diesel]

great post, pics?

[civiliansoldier]

I need to spread everything out and inspect for damage or expired stuff so maybe tomorrow I can take some pics. Thanks for the support. :-)

[Centurion]

Looks great so far, alittle heavy on the food and light on the ammo and H20 any thought yet on some type of shelter?

[civiliansoldier]

I guess I should have added that I have about 500 rounds of 5.56 in 30 round mags on a chest rig to grab with my AR-15. The wife has her .22 rifle and about 2000 rounds. I also have plenty more rounds for the .45 in a shoulder bag to grab up as well. Still deciding on what direction to go on the shelter. natural shelter is not hard to come by here in Florida. Maybe a tarp or small tent for now.

[NightSniper]

What exactly are you wanting to do with this kit? Will it be your BOB to get you home or to your resupply area, are will some of these items be kept in your car or all in your packs? Or are you planning on using your gear with no resupply? I don't want to seem like I am beating up your thread especially since I have a low post count, but there is alot of stuff I would personally get rid of and add some different items.