The Bug Out Book: Take No Chances and Prepare Your Bug Out Plan Now to Thrive in the Worst Case Scenario When Bugging Out Is Your Only Option ... the Modern Family to Prepare for Any Crisis)

by Ted Riley

Only a quarter of US citizens has a go bag ready for an emergency… Yet the number of natural disasters occurring nationwide is on the rise. We all hope we’ll never need an emergency plan. But the hard truth is that you need one to keep yourself and your family safe in case the unthinkable happens . As Stephen King famously said, “ There’s no harm in hoping for the best as long as you’re prepared for the worst .” Preparing the emergency bag is crucial – but knowing what to do next if disaster strikes can mean the difference between life and death. Most advice around bugging out in a disaster situation is focused purely on what’s in that bag… and while it’s crucial to get your kit right, it’s only one piece of the puzzle. You also need to know where to go… how you’re going to get there…how to sustain yourself throughout the crisis… and how to know it’s time to evacuate in the first place. The bug-out bag is important, but a bug-out bag without a complete plan behind it is useless. If you and your family are to be properly prepared for the worst, you need a full plan in place… And you’re about to gain the blueprint for building exactly that. In this comprehensive guide to bugging out, you’ll find everything you need to keep your family safe if you must evacuate your home. Inside, you’ll And much more. We all hope an emergency plan is never needed… but if you don’t have one, you take an unnecessary risk. If you’re not convinced that your family needs a bug-out plan, all you need to do is look at the rising number of natural disasters creeping up across the world… Wouldn’t you rather be prepared to handle anything?

204 pages, Paperback

Published June 9, 2023

Reviews

[Charles Rice · Rating 5 out of 5]

Are you concerned about emergencies or crisis events, and how to survive them? If so, The Bug Out Book by Ted Riley is the book for you. It is an excellent primer on the concept of bugging out, or getting out of Dodge. What I really appreciated was his honesty about if a situation occurs, bugging IN may very well be the best bet. He outlines some situations that might necessitate bugging out, helps you decide what to pack (from clothes to communications, shelter to defense, health and hygiene to food and water), and figuring out when to go and where to go. He even brings up topics such as traveling with pets, restocking from a cache, and other more complicated topics that might not have crossed your mind. The bug out planning section is particularly helpful and ensures all your family members have necessary phone numbers and know the plan. In short, this book provides a thorough strategy to get you ready for an emergency. I highly recommend adding it your library and using it to guide your own preparedness efforts.

[Beth Sullivan · Rating 5 out of 5]

We live in uncertain times. Every household should have some basic preparations in place. Too often, when someone hears words like "prepping" or "bug out," they think of people preparing for the end of the world or for the zombie apocalypse. But in reality, anything could happen to any one of us at any time. Natural disasters such wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, flooding, and volcanoes; civil unrest; solar flares; a house fire or eviction; a terrorist attack along the lines of 9/11; war. The reality is that we will all experience times of emergency. It may look different from household to household. The situation may last hours, weeks, or months. But it is wise to be prepared for such eventualities. Consider it an insurance policy.

But where does one begin? That is where Ted Riley's book comes in! This book (and his other books) are the blueprint for your preparations.

You need this book. Every home should have a copy. Get yours today! (I have purchased more than one.) :)

[Irene · Rating 2 out of 5]

I find it humorous that Ted Riley primary survival strategy is bugging in, but his bug out book is the one with the most helpful information. He does walk you through the decision making process, ideas for locations and transportation, planning routes, and more, including what to include in a bug out bag.

But he’s so over-the-top.

Who has the time to plan and practice multiple routes carrying your BOB? And I mean many many practice runs, including having another family member check your map directions for ease of understanding.

And don’t forget to hide supply caches on the way to your bug out location. Be sure to mark up two maps in code so only someone with both halves of the map can find your treasure.

He consistently refers to the other books in his series and, just like in the those other books, he begs his audience for reviews.

His audience is people preparing for doomsday, who probably don’t need his books with their generalizations. If you’re looking to prepare for a natural disaster, keep looking for other resources. Riley’s not your guy.

[Syd Gilmore · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you're worried about your family's security in the event of an emergency, this book is a must-have. This book stresses the significance of having a thorough strategy in place, rather than simply packing a "bug-out bag." Recognizing evacuation signs, picking the right bug-out place, and practicing survival skills as a family are all covered in detail. This book does not skimp on the details, providing helpful advice on everything from route planning and transportation to making a makeshift home away from home. With the frequency of natural disasters on the rise, this book provides a strategy for preparedness, giving its readers confidence and comfort.

[RaChelle Holmberg · Rating 5 out of 5]

excellent resource

This book has a LOT to unpack. Its not light reading, one and done, but rather an excellent resource to keep on hand and continually learn from. But, heres a question... will we be able to access our e-readers under emergency? Yikes. I get the prepared necessity, but still....

[Eno Bloom · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good way to get ready for anything

I liked the simple breakdown and the very thorough explanations and examples to get started with not just your bug out bags but the full plan including backups..even backups to the backup. I hope this is never needed but gets you ready for anything.

[Don Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought I had it figured out!

After a year of getting ready I figured this book would confirm I was set. Turns out I made a dozen pages of notes. Ideas, missed items, new ways to problem solve and an easy read to boot!

Worth the time and money. Thanks Ted. Looking forward to reading your other books as well now. Bought them all.

[Kaizen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Worst Case Scenario

I was curious about what this book had to teach that I didn't know, and while reading I had many of those ahá moments which just shows that I got surprised not just entertained with the great content

[Hanna Yameen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Comprehensive yet simple guide for emergency preparedness

In this era of uncertainty and disasters, this booknis a must to be prepared for any emergencies and how to cope with it. Nicely written and covers all the essential aspects.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

A practical and realistic book with cost friendly suggestions. A good read for anyone.

[Mindy Hartwell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ted Riley had added another fantastic guide to his survival series. This book is not your average scare tactic survival book. It's a common sense guidebook on preparing your home and family for an emergency situation.
Defining all types of emergencies, weather; flood, fire or mudslide
Violence; war, riots, disease etc, the author discusses the safety and risks of bugging in vs bugging out, and how to make the decision when it's time to leave.
He takes you through preparing you and your family ( and even your pet!) for the bug out, making plans for the trip, how to prepare physically and how to survive along the way...

Although this book is part of a series, there is still enough information to be a strong stand-alone book and is an excellent resource for library.