Here I am going to list the things that I deem are essential in my bag. However, I first want to talk about the bag. You, like many others may ask "Where do I start first?" Well, start with the bug-out bag. The bag really should be a quality backpack. You should pick which size bag you need according to what size you are, how much weight you can carry, and what you are going to include in it. I prefer the camouflage color over neon colors. Camouflage is good if you are bugging out because usually you don't want to be found; if you are wearing neon you will be found.