If its "bug-out" time...are you ready?

 For the wise survivor, the following will likely be useful in a survival bug-out situation:

1  -carry a weapon if you can, but remember your weapon will not solve most survival issues.
2  -If your gear is not with you at work or vehicle it is around 50% likely you will not have it if you need it.
3  -Never let your fuel tank drop below half.
4  -Cary cash and maybe a spare credit card sealed in plastic on your person sealing it may help you remember it is an emergency reserve.
5  -Ham radio stays up when most other forms of communication go down.
6  -A good 12VDC-to-120VAC (or 220VAC in some countries) inverter will allow you to charge batteries phones and run small power tools if your car is the only power source
7  -Keep photocopies of important documents in sealed packages.
8  -A bicycle (folding bike is ideal) is a good item to keep in your trunk.