Personally I think way to many people get lost in their "bobs" and spend more time planning for the end of the world then for real life emergencies.

While I do have a BOB planned and ready to go for Evacuating from my home for several days. (We live in the city within 1 mile of 2-3 hazmat sites).

I mostly plan for those emergencies in which I need to leave my home right now throwing my bag and anything else I can out the window while making sure the wife is safe. IE: House fire, Gas Leak, Roof Collapse, something where 10 seconds makes the difference between life and death.

On one of the other forums I visit a member wrote a very good account of things for preparing his family. I would highly recommend it to anyone just getting into this.
Listening to Katrina

As for firearms? I EDC a handgun. My handgun goes with me everywhere, do I carry a bazillion rounds for it? No. I carry 2 spare mags on me and 3 spare in my truck.

BOB’s are something different to everyone. Just make sure the basics are covered and make sure your plan and your BOB are both realistic. IE Why are you carrying a ninja outfit in it?