Whether you’re auditing an assembled bug out bag or building yours from scratch, it’s never been easier to be well prepared for the unexpected. A well-provisioned pack includes everything you and your loved ones need to make it through 72 hours, including first aid supplies, water, basic survival equipment like flashlights, shelf-stable snacks, and tools to construct a basic shelter. While many companies have pre-assembled go-bags, they should all be viewed as a starting point, customized to your family’s individual needs after it enters your home. If the greatest fear for a parent is the unknown, a well-stocked bug out bag goes a long way to ease the fear of “what if.” Every product on Fatherly is independently selected by our editors, writers, and experts. If you click a link on our site and buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.
