Bøger af Joseph Yao

What if...you had the power to choose life over death?Disasters can occur unexpectedly. Don't leave your fate to chance. Take control and assemble a Bug Out Bag (also known as a "BOB") to help you survive. You can use your BOB whether you have to escape to another location or if you are able to hunker down in place. The key is to prepare now before disaster strikes.Whether you're just starting out or if you're already somewhere along the road to preparedness, this book provides information to help you survive. Some of the information covered in this book includes: The concept that 3 BOBs are better than 1 to protect you for short-, medium-, and long-term emergenciesA detailed list of items organized by survival category (eg, first aid, water, fire, shelter, food, communication, etc) along with the weight of each item and examples with different prices to accommodate various budgets. Items are coded to tell you which of the 3 bags they are best suited for.This is not just a book about lists of items. Extensive information is provided about the individual survival categories, why you should consider including specific items, and how to use them.Learn how item selection differs depending upon the anticipated duration of the disaster and whether you're on foot or escaping by car.How to organize the survival items inside your BOB for easy access and recognitionItems to include for your petReference list for additional informationPros and cons are discussed to help you select the best items for your situation. Get answers to questions like: Should I buy products labeled as Mil-Spec or Military Grade?Should I get a backpack without a frame or one with an internal or external frame?What type of tourniquet is best? Are CoTCCC recommended tourniquets worth the extra cost?Should you pack sports drinks for hydration? What's the difference between isotonic, hypotonic, and hypertonic drinks? Which is better for you?How do you make water safe to drink using various filters, chemicals, UV light, and boiling?How to do you create your own kits (rather than buying commercial kits) for fire-starting, fishing, and tools?What features to look for in a tent (eg, freestanding vs non-freestanding, waterproof rating, footprint, ventilation, door location, vestibule, weight, etc.)?What clothing should you choose for your sub layer, base layer, core layer, and outer shell? Is down or synthetic insulation better?Should you get trail running shoes, hiking shoes, hiking boots, tactical boots, or combat boots?What is the significance of blade material, hardness, shape, grind, thickness, straight or serrated cutting edge in a survival knife?What are the pros and cons of pepper spray, a handgun, rifle, shotgun, pellet air gun, bow and arrows for personal protection? What makes the most sense in survival situations?What are the different types of body armor and what do they protect against?What features should I consider when selecting shoes, life vest, tourniquet, backpack, bed, and ballistic vest for my dog?Building a BOB is your insurance similar to having car or medical insurance: You hope you never have to use itIt's too late to get it when an emergency happensYour BOB can also be used to "bug in" or "survive in place" when an emergency does not require escape.Empower yourself. Get started now to help ensure your survival. The "Bug Out Bag Encyclopedia" is more than a book. It's your ticket to survival. Get your copy now.

What if...you had the power to choose life over death? Disaster can take many forms including those created by nature and those by man. In addition to preparing for hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, and the like, you need to also be ready for civil unrest. Even former safe havens like gated, affluent, suburban neighborhoods have been invaded by angry mobs. People are alarmed and buying firearms in record numbers, including many first-time buyers. But firearms alone are not enough. Will you be a survivor? You can take control and choose life by taking the time now to assemble a Bug Out Bag (also known as a "BOB") to help you survive when disaster strikes. The key is to prepare now. When disaster strikes, it's time to "grab and go." There may be no time to gather things from around your house. And it will be difficult or impossible to shop for items that others who failed to prepare are also desperately trying to procure. This book saves you valuable time and expense learning how to put together your survival bag or BOB. Chapters are organized to make it quick and easy for you to find the information you need. Those of you who already have a BOB can use this book to determine if there may be other items to consider adding to your kit or to perhaps replace existing items. Some of the information covered in this book includes:¿ The concept that three BOBs are better than one and why you should consider setting up bags to help you survive short-, medium-, and long-term emergencies¿ A list of recommended items and the rationale for including them in your BOBs¿ A detailed list of items organized by survival category (e.g., 1st aid, water, fire, shelter, food, communication, etc) along with the size, price, and weight of each item. The items are coded to tell you which of the three bags they are best suited for.¿ Specific products in different price ranges are presented to help people with different budgets.¿ Learn how item selection within specific survival categories differs depending upon the anticipated duration of the disaster.¿ How to organize the survival items inside your BOB for easy access and recognition¿ How your BOB items will differ if you're on foot versus escaping by automobile¿ Items to include for your pet¿ Reference list for additional information Use this book to:¿ Create your own personalized list of items within each survival category to put into your three customized BOBs¿ Calculate an estimate of the overall price and weight for each of your BOBs based upon your item selection. You can then add or subtract items from your BOBs to optimize price and weight. When feasible, you'll be better off staying in place where you'll have the benefit of your network of friends and family as well as shelter and supplies afforded by your home or office. Under dire circumstances, you may be forced to flee fast. The information in this book will ensure that you have the critical items necessary for you to survive whether you're able to shelter in place or if you're forced to escape to another location. Building a BOB is your survival insurance. Like having car or medical insurance:¿ You hope you never have to use it¿ It's too late to get it when an emergency happens¿ And, you'll be ever so happy you have it when you need it! Life or death in the face of an emergency? The choice is yours. Empower yourself. Get started now to help ensure your survival.