I don't know if it's the conservatives preaching doom and gloom, or the liberal agenda taking shape before my very eyes, but this past year I've really been thinking what I would if shit metaphorically hit the fan and a survival scenario people often play out in their heads actually took place. I'd like to be prepared in case such an event ever occurred, and would like to make a "go" bag to have the necessary tools and gear to survive in my local woodsy mountains.

Without too much shit posting, or the "you're dead just accept it" comment here or there, can I please have a legitimate "go" bag thread, where we talk about the essential supplies needed to survive and would fit in a generic hiking bag?

Look forward to the replies. Thanks. Pic is... somewhat related.