The benefits of keeping preparedness supplies in your trunk

I drive an older model Camaro as my daily driver, and I have very limited trunk space, so what I keep with me for a day to day basis in the car has to be vital. Having a bag similar to a BOB (Bug Out Bag) in your car is a very wise idea. Most preppers call this a "Get Home Bag". The items kept in such a bag and your trunk will vary depending on your location and how far you typically travel from your home. I have to drive nearly an hour away from my home almost every day, so I keep a rather well stocked GHB and trunk.

Some good items to have in your GHB and trunk:

• Extra Shoes (good hiking shoes are preferred)
• Extra Socks
• Extra Change of Clothes (Earthy colors)
• Snack Bars
• MRE's
• Jumper Cables
• Tool Kit
• Flashlight
• Jacket
• Poncho
• Emergency Money (for a tow, cab ride, etc)
• Bottled Water
• Gorilla Tape
• Heavy Gauge Rope
• Cigarette Lighter Outlet-Powered Air Compressor
• Tire Plugging Kit
• Knife/Multi-tool
• Cell Phone Charger
• BIC Lighter x2
• 550 Paracord
• Road Flares
• Gas Can
• Gloves
• Binoculars
• SAS Survival Guide
• Emergency Contact List (if your phone dies, it would be nice to have all your important phone numbers written down)
• Compass
• Local Maps
• First Aid Kit
• Large Trash Bags (they can make a good poncho for your passengers)
• Self-Defense Item
• 5-Hour Energy (for me, these are a MUST. If you get sleepy while driving they are a lifesaver.)
• Shemagh
• Head-Light (trying to change a tire on the side of the road and hold a flashlight at the same time is quite a task)
• Mylar Emergency Blanket
• Phone Book
• White Rag (to mark your vehicle as broken down)

As I said before, some of this depending on your area you may not need, or you may need other items. This is just to give you a good starting point. You never know what may happen day to day, so do yourself a favor and be prepared for anything!

NCPrepper10 out.