TANSTAAFL BACKPACKS DISASTER ESSENTIALS PACKAGE ALPHA -Start building your disaster readiness the smart way—with a system designed to grow as you do. The Alpha Package is your first step toward a complete, modular emergency kit for you and your family. It includes a water filter straw, food rations, raincoat & poncho, a LED Headlamp, plus a life tent emergency sleeping bag, thermal emergency blanket and a solar/crank powered weather radio. Each one can serve a real-world function when it counts most. Don’t wait for disaster to remind you how unprepared you were. Whether the threat comes from nature or human error, being ready starts now. Every package you add brings you closer to a fully capable survival system. Good luck.
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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
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Evacuation Type |
When It Happens |
What It Demands |
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Shelter-in-Place |
Toxins, tornados, chemical threats |
Stay put, seal doors, rely on internal supplies |
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Building Evacuation |
Fires, gas leaks, localized threats |
Fast escape, minimal load |
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Local Evacuation |
Wildfires, flash floods |
24–72 hr. mobility with essentials |
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Mass / Regional Evacuation |
Earthquakes, hurricanes |
Long-term readiness, independent survival |
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Hazard Zone Evacuation |
Radiation, biohazard, chemical spills |
PPE gear, modular systems, decon-safe kits |
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Return / Reverse Evacuation |
Post-crisis re-entry |
Repair tools, light load, communication essentials |
🎒 TANSTAAFL BACKPACK LINEUP – THE RIGHT BAG FOR THE RIGHT JOB
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Pack Name |
Strengths |
Best For |
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1A – Command Pack |
High volume, modular layout |
Field leadership, command & control |
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2B – Support Pack |
Balanced size, tool-ready |
Medic kits, comms tech, flexible missions |
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3C – Action Pack |
Rugged build, 900D fabric, 60L |
Wildfire evac, trekking, 72-hour gear loads |
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4D – Student Pack |
Quick access, urban profile, MOLLE system |
Riots, urban building escapes |
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5E – Day Pack |
Compact, waterproof |
Short-duration or shelter-in-place scenarios |
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6F – Mission Pack |
High capacity, mission-grade durability |
Long-term evacuation, max preparedness |
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Essentials Package A1 |
Food, med, water & tools (add-on) |
Adds plug-and-play readiness to any pack |
🎯 DISASTER SCENARIO MATCHUP
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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 |
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Wildfire |
3C Action Pack, 6F Mission Pack |
Rugged build, hydration ready, mobility for fast exits |
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Urban Riot |
4D Student Pack |
Low profile, quick-draw compartments, fits in vehicle |
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Flood |
6F Mission Pack + Dry Bags |
Water-safe, large capacity for group or family needs |
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Chemical Exposure |
Any modular pack with PPE add-ons |
Needs sealed, organized gear, adaptable to contamination zones |
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Mass Evacuation |
6F Mission Pack, 3C Action Pack |
Maximum capacity, all-day carry, built for extended crises |
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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.
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Role |
Pack |
Specialty Gear |
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Team Leader |
1A Command Pack |
Maps, radio, group ID docs |
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Medic |
2B Support Pack |
Trauma gear, meds, gloves, CPR kit |
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Engineer |
3C Action Pack |
Tools, cord, repair tape, shelter build |
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Scout |
6F Mission Pack |
Binoculars, flag/strobe, nav aids |
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Comms / Tech |
4D Student Pack |
Radios, solar charger, burner phone |
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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