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Information Bulletin 001
This Information Bulletin provides a comprehensive guide on selecting disaster backpacks and team kits for various emergency scenarios.
Types of Evacuations
- Different evacuation types include shelter-in-place, building evacuation, local evacuation, mass/regional evacuation, hazard zone evacuation, and return/reverse evacuation, each requiring specific preparedness strategies.
- Key demands range from internal supplies for shelter-in-place to PPE gear for hazard zones, emphasizing the need for tailored responses based on the situation.
Backpack Recommendations
- The TANSTAAFL backpack lineup features six packs designed for specific scenarios, such as the rugged 3C Action Pack for wildfires and the compact 5E Day Pack for short-duration events.
- Each pack is optimized for its intended use, ensuring users have the right gear for their needs.
CCR Field-Ready Team Loadout
- This section outlines a mission-focused gear division for teams of 3-6 people, detailing roles such as team leader, medic, engineer, scout, and comms/tech, each with specialized packs and gear.
- Shared group gear enhances collective preparedness, supporting field endurance for 5-7 days without resupply.
Final Checklist & Advice
- Key recommendations include choosing packs based on local threats, regularly testing kits, maintaining modularity for flexibility, avoiding overloading, and ensuring quick access to the Terran Go-Bag.
“Which Pack Has Your Back?”
Disaster Backpacking & CCR Team Kits — A Consumer Survival Report
🌐 INTRO
Your pack isn’t just gear. It’s your lifeline when the world fractures. Whether you're sheltering during a storm or evacuating a wildfire zone, choosing the right bag could mean everything.
🔥 THE 6 TYPES OF EVACUATIONS & WHAT THEY REQUIRE
|
Evacuation Type |
When It Happens |
What It Demands |
|
Shelter-in-Place |
Toxins, tornados, chemical threats |
Stay put, seal doors, rely on internal supplies |
|
Building Evacuation |
Fires, gas leaks, localized threats |
Fast escape, minimal load |
|
Local Evacuation |
Wildfires, flash floods |
24–72 hr. mobility with essentials |
|
Mass / Regional Evacuation |
Earthquakes, hurricanes |
Long-term readiness, independent survival |
|
Hazard Zone Evacuation |
Radiation, biohazard, chemical spills |
PPE gear, modular systems, decon-safe kits |
|
Return / Reverse Evacuation |
Post-crisis re-entry |
Repair tools, light load, communication essentials |
🎒 TANSTAAFL BACKPACK LINEUP – THE RIGHT BAG FOR THE RIGHT JOB
|
Pack Name |
Strengths |
Best For |
|
1A – Command Pack |
High volume, modular layout |
Field leadership, command & control |
|
2B – Support Pack |
Balanced size, tool-ready |
Medic kits, comms tech, flexible missions |
|
3C – Action Pack |
Rugged build, 900D fabric, 60L |
Wildfire evac, trekking, 72-hour gear loads |
|
4D – Student Pack |
Quick access, urban profile, MOLLE system |
Riots, urban building escapes |
|
5E – Day Pack |
Compact, waterproof |
Short-duration or shelter-in-place scenarios |
|
6F – Mission Pack |
High capacity, mission-grade durability |
Long-term evacuation, max preparedness |
|
Essentials Package A1 |
Food, med, water & tools (add-on) |
Adds plug-and-play readiness to any pack |
🎯 DISASTER SCENARIO MATCHUP
|
Disaster Type |
Recommended Pack(s) |
Why It Works |
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Tornado / Shelter |
5E Day Pack, 2B Support Pack |
Minimal space, lightweight, good for indoor survival |
|
Wildfire |
3C Action Pack, 6F Mission Pack |
Rugged build, hydration ready, mobility for fast exits |
|
Urban Riot |
4D Student Pack |
Low profile, quick-draw compartments, fits in vehicle |
|
Flood |
6F Mission Pack + Dry Bags |
Water-safe, large capacity for group or family needs |
|
Chemical Exposure |
Any modular pack with PPE add-ons |
Needs sealed, organized gear, adaptable to contamination zones |
|
Mass Evacuation |
6F Mission Pack, 3C Action Pack |
Maximum capacity, all-day carry, built for extended crises |
|
Return / Re-entry |
2B Support Pack, 4D Student Pack |
Lightweight, optimized for repair, med, and utility gear |
🌍 THE TERRAN STANDARD LOADOUT #23
This is the baseline loadout for any Terran citizen. Compact, complete, and ready for anything.
✅ Standard Contents:
- Water: Water Filter Straw
- Food: 3-day calorie-dense rations (no-cook)
- Shelter: Mylar Bivvy, Rope
- Medical: Trauma kit, antiseptics, meds, gloves
- Clothing: Change of base layers, socks
- Navigation: Compass, local map, written plan
- Tools: Multitool, folding knife, duct tape, headlamp
- Comms: GMRS radio, power bank, whistle, solar charger
- Docs: USB with critical files, ID photocopies, contact card
- Currency: Local cash, trade items (lighters, batteries)
📦 Recommended Pack: 3C Action or 2B Support Pack
🕒 Runtime: 72+ hours without support
⚙️ CCR FIELD-READY TEAM LOADOUT (3–6 PEOPLE)
Mission-focused division of gear. Redundancy + specialization.
|
Role |
Pack |
Specialty Gear |
|
Team Leader |
1A Command Pack |
Maps, radio, group ID docs |
|
Medic |
2B Support Pack |
Trauma gear, meds, gloves, CPR kit |
|
Engineer |
3C Action Pack |
Tools, cord, repair tape, shelter build |
|
Scout |
6F Mission Pack |
Binoculars, flag/strobe, nav aids |
|
Comms / Tech |
4D Student Pack |
Radios, solar charger, burner phone |
|
Logistics |
Large Any Pack |
Extra food, water, barter stockpile |
🛠️ Shared Group Gear:
- Large tarp w/ poles
- Group med cache
- Cooking kit + alcohol stove
- Solar charging array
- Emergency flag + glow sticks
- Gravity-fed water filter
Field Endurance: 5–7 days, no resupply
Group Total Load: ~150–180 lbs. across team
🧠 FINAL CHECKLIST & ADVICE
- ✔ Choose a pack based on real threats in your area
- ✔ Test your kit regularly (yes, practice!)
- ✔ Go modular. Flexibility = survivability
- ✔ Don’t overload. Survival favors endurance, not hoarding
- ✔ Always have your Terran Loadout ready in under 30 seconds