Back to Basics: Get Home Bags

Back to Basics: Get Home Bags – The Survival Pack You Need

When disaster strikes and you’re away from home, having a Get Home Bag (GHB) can be the difference between making it home safely or being stranded. In this episode of our Back to Basics series, we break down what a GHB is, why it’s important, and exactly what you need to pack.

We also cover how to build a Get Home Plan—because having the gear is only part of the equation. Whether it’s a natural disaster, civil unrest, or transportation failure, you need to be prepared to move safely and efficiently.

Listen now and make sure your GHB is ready before you need it.

🎒 What is a Get Home Bag?

• A lightweight, compact bag designed for short-term survival (1-2 days) while getting home.
• How it differs from a Bug Out Bag and why you need both.

🚨 Why You Need a GHB

• Emergencies happen—natural disasters, riots, vehicle breakdowns—leaving you stranded.
• Being unprepared = being vulnerable when things go sideways.

🔹 Essential Gear for Your GHB

• Water & Filtration – Bottled water, Sawyer Mini, or LifeStraw.
• Food – Lightweight, high-calorie energy bars.
• First Aid & Meds – Basic first aid, OTC meds, prescription backups.
• Shelter & Warmth – Emergency bivvy, space blanket, poncho.
• Self-Defense & Tools – Tactical flashlight, pepper spray, multi-tool.

📍 How to Build a Get Home Plan

• Primary & backup routes – Multiple ways to get home safely.
• Safe stops along the way – Friends’ houses, safe zones, emergency shelters.
• Situational awareness – Avoiding threats, blending in, and staying alert.
• Modes of travel – Walking, biking, or using public transit if necessary.

✅ Recap & Takeaways

• A Get Home Bag is essential—don’t assume you’ll always drive home.
• Pack only what you need—light, compact, and functional.
• Create a Get Home Plan with routes, safe locations, and contingencies.
• Challenge for listeners: Build or review your Get Home Bag this week!

🎧 Listen now and make sure you're ready for whatever comes next. #StaySurvived

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