Exploration for BOLs

[Rush2112]

(21 September 2013, 16:33)John Wrote: I would suggest not only a plan 'B' but plans 'C', 'D' & 'E' at least.
Plans are only what you may do, until you put it into practice.
Also plans can change.
eg. You go to work by the same route day in and day out.
Then the road is closed and you automatically put in plan 'B' or may be 'C'. You don't even really think about it.
Plans are not set in stone and can be changed. But it is better to have more than a couple. Same goes with BOL's because one may be occupied at the time or not available for what ever reason.

Just some THOUGHTS

I agree with John's thoughts. Good to have some plan(s) on where you may go. I prefer to look for suitable places to stay in the general area where I work and live, instead of trying to go somewhere far away. Some are abandoned buildings, some commercial office space, some are wilderness areas in between other developments. As BP and John both point out, have more than a couple in mind. Say you must leave in the middle of the night due to fire: better to have some idea where to go than just wandering around, plus will make everyone in the group feel better thinking you know where you're going. Doesn't have to be perfect- just a spot to gather and decide what the next step is.

What makes good potential spot for me is concealment, multiple exits, access to fresh water, ready made or easily built shelter.