What’s Your “Go Bag” Essentials List Right Now?

BlueHarborTea

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What’s Your “Go Bag” Essentials List Right Now?

Go bag essentials seem to keep changing as the world does, and I’m curious what everyone’s current lists look like. Lately, I’ve swapped out some things based on concerns about power outages and disruptions. I keep the basics—water filter, first aid kit, multi-tool, headlamp (with spare batteries), space blanket, gloves, N95 masks, firestarter, and protein bars. But I’ve started adding extra cash (small bills), a portable solar charger,
 
Swapping in the solar charger is a great idea, I’ve done something similar with a crank radio/flashlight combo (in case the sun’s not cooperative). I also toss in a couple of sturdy trash bags—they’ve come in handy for everything from makeshift ponchos to carrying wet gear from the garden. The one thing I added lately is a paper map, since phone GPS isn’t always reliable in outages. How often do you all rotate out your food and meds?