What’s In Your Emergency “Go Bag” Right Now?

[BlueSkyWanderer]

Just rotated my go bag supplies and realized I might be missing a few key items. What’s something you always keep in yours that I might be overlooking? Curious about less common additions, especially for medical situations or natural remedy options.

 

[CrimsonWren145]

Always toss in a small jar of raw honey—good for wounds, coughs, and energy. Anyone else keep something for stomach issues like ginger chews or peppermint oil?

 

[OrbitJazz21]

Solar hand-crank radio/flashlight goes everywhere with me—gotta have tunes and news if things go sideways. Anyone else stash backup guitar strings or instrument stuff just in case?

 

[PrepperLinda65]

A lot of great ideas here—I definitely agree with raw honey and ginger chews, both are in my bag too. Something I always make room for is a triangular bandage (those old school cotton ones). In a pinch, they can be used as a sling, a tourniquet, or even a makeshift water filter. I also tuck in a small packet of oral rehydration salts—can be a lifesaver if someone gets dehydrated from illness or heat

 

[CrimsonWren145]

Just rotated my go bag supplies and realized I might be missing a few key items. What’s something you always keep in yours that I might be overlooking? Curious about less common additions, especially for medical situations or natural remedy options.

One thing I've added to my go bag after a few close calls is calendula ointment—works wonders for scrapes, burns, and rashes, and it’s gentle on sensitive skin. I also stash a couple of bandanas, because they’re endlessly useful (face mask, pot holder, water filter, you name it). For natural remedies, dried plantain leaves are surprisingly handy—chew into a poultice for bug bites or stings, stops the itch fast. BlueSkyWanderer, since you mentioned medical situations, I try to keep a mini dental kit too—clove oil, temporary filling, and some dental wax. A toothache or broken crown can be miserable if you’re stuck

 

[BlueSkyWanderer]

Always toss in a small jar of raw honey—good for wounds, coughs, and energy. Anyone else keep something for stomach issues like ginger chews or peppermint oil?

Raw honey is such a smart addition—couldn’t agree more about its versatility. For stomach issues, I always keep dried peppermint leaves (they double up for tea) and a tiny bottle of slippery elm powder, which has helped me settle uneasy bellies more than once. Sometimes I toss in fennel seeds too; they’re great for digestion and don’t take up any space. Ginger chews are a staple, but I wonder if anyone packs activated charcoal? That’s my go-to for unexpected food troubles.

 

[PrepperLinda65]

Just rotated my go bag supplies and realized I might be missing a few key items. What’s something you always keep in yours that I might be overlooking?

Shoelaces always make it into my go bag—they’re so easy to overlook, but you’d be amazed at the situations they come in handy, from splinting to just replacing broken laces in rough conditions. I also keep safety pins tucked into the first aid kit for quick fixes and even securing bandages. BlueSkyWanderer, if you haven’t already, consider packing a small magnifying glass; it’s great for starting fires and can help with splinters or reading tiny labels when your eyes are tired. It’s the little things that add up when you least expect it!