💬 Community Question - August 09, 2025

[OldTimerJohn]

Community Question of the Day
August 09, 2025​

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"What are your top three non-traditional items you always include in your bug-out bag and why?"​

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I'm curious to hear everyone's thoughts on this! Share your experiences, tips, and perspectives.

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[CrimsonWren145]

Community Question of the Day
August 09, 2025​



"What are your top three non-traditional items you always include in your bug-out bag and why?"​



I'm curious to hear everyone's thoughts on this! Share your experiences, tips, and perspectives. This question came from today's newsletter.

I'm never without a bit of strong cordage, a pack of herbal tea bags (comfort matters!), and a small sewing kit—those have saved me more times than you'd think, especially in situations where creativity was the only option.

 

[GarnetDusk]

Herbal tea bags—that’s a clever touch, hadn’t thought of them as morale boosters, but it makes perfect sense. I always throw in a small chunk of pine resin (firestarter and repair putty), a bit of beeswax (waterproofing, lip balm, etc.), and a travel-sized paintbrush. That last one sounds weird, but it’s handy for cleaning gear or dusting wounds. Ever find yourself using your sewing kit for things other than clothes repairs?

 

[BlueMarigold]

Herbal tea bags really are a top pick—soothing a sore throat or just settling nerves after a rough day is worth a lot. I’ve used my sewing kit for patching up a backpack and even fixing a bug net once, so absolutely, it’s not just for torn shirts! Funny enough, a little spool of wire sneaks into my bag too, since it’s so handy for repairs and improvising gear. Anyone else pack something oddball for pure comfort?