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What have you got to say about the topic of: "Ditch Bag contents". Here's how is started: "A little birdy told me Santa was bringing me a nice ditchbag. I was wondering "
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12-23-2006, 10:34 AM
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A little birdy told me Santa was bringing me a nice ditchbag. I was wondering what you guys keep or think we should be keeping in these? I fish on my own and other peoples boats, sometimes offshore, mostly inshore and I want to set it up to handle many different emergencies. My short list includes. GPS EPIRB (when I get one) Rope Multi tool First aid What else?? Extra six pack (just kidding) lets try to keep it somewhat serious, atleast at first.  Thanks guys.  | ||
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12-23-2006, 10:52 AM
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  Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Exeter, Rhode Island
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| In mine (I have the exact same bag from LRSE) I have: ACR GlobalFix 406 EPIRB (w/built in GPS, from LRSE) First Aid Kit Complete Flare/Safety Equipment Kit A bunch of pre-rationed packets of WATER (from LRSE also) Probably a few other things not mentioned, but it is full to the brim LOL. My EPIRB doesn't stay in it, it stays NEXT to it, if needed, I'd unclip it from the bracket and slip it in the elastic side-pocket made for it.
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12-23-2006, 12:56 PM
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  Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Marshfield, MA
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I recommend a survival 40' Orange Streamer that jets out and trails behind you if in water. It can easily be rolled up and when let loose it gives a ship, plane or other search and rescue platform a much better target. Personal Epirbs are coming down in price also. | ||
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12-23-2006, 01:51 PM
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  Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: www.atlanticoffshorelures.com
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excellent idea Capt Dave. Can you please provide a detailed list that a small boat operator like me should have? I know of the coast guard requirements but I'm thinking additional items i.e. blankets etc. Thanks Armand p.s. Thanks for your service to us all in the USCG. Merry Christmas | |||
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12-23-2006, 04:16 PM
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| NBS Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Westbrook CT
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| I like the survival streamer idea. I guess that could also include a smoke flare or dye marker also. As more people post I'll try to keep a running list, so far handheld GPS Personal EPIRB Handheld VHF Rope Multi tool First aid Survival streamer/ Smoke flare / Dye marker/ Flares Water Rations/ Food Pic for reference  | ||
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12-23-2006, 05:50 PM
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| Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Exeter, Rhode Island
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| Just a quick note: Great thread and we'll get a good list going..... But bear in mind for those with "limited budgets" or space.... Weigh your options and weigh the importance of items in your own personal case to see what to bring. For Example: If you have an EPIRB like the GlobalFix with built in GPS (not necessarily PLB, but the full-fledged unit) and a good raft, chances are you'll be found rather quickly, so you want to make sure you AT LEAST have items to carry you through a somewhat "short" wait......water, first aid, flare kits w/mirrors, etc.....also like Dave's idea on the streamer! Just food for thought so you know you don't have to go "overboard" too (pardon the pun LOL)
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12-23-2006, 07:12 PM
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| NBS Member  Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Scotland, CT
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| I recommend sticking a 40' T.Jason in there.... Can you tell I'm a surf rat at heart? I thought someone was showing what they take to the canal..... | ||
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12-26-2006, 03:05 PM
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| NBS Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Westbrook CT
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| Found this on a sailing site. Some thing may be a little extreme. Ditch Bag: Dry bag of appropriate size Strobe Light Head Lamp Space Blanket Cyalume Glow Sticks Signal Mirror Whistle Flares Smoke Survival Food Water ? may also be a 5 gal jug on deck. Water maker Radio GPS Compass Extra AA batteries Polypropylene clothing ? top, bottom, hat Marine gloves Waterproof outer layer clothing Medical Kit ? including critical Rx medications Waterproof sunscreen Sunglasses Fishing lures and line (entertainment, survival) Multi-tool (eg Leatherman) Duct Tape Cable Ties Parachute cord Lighter Zip Lock Bags Diaper wipes in Ziploc bag (some creature comforts are required) | ||
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12-26-2006, 05:31 PM
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 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Maryland
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| That last list seems fairly complete.
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12-27-2006, 07:26 AM
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| Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Exeter, Rhode Island
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Yeh, that Ditch Bag'll take up 2 spots in the raft! Good place to start and pick & choose from tho! 
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