TEN ESSENTIALS FOR SAFETY AND BASIC COMFORT IN THE WILD

  1. navigation

  • Map

  • Compass

  • GPS device

2. sun protection

  • Sunscreen

  • SPF lip balm

  • Sunglasses and hat

3. isulation

  • Shell, warm jacket, pants, toque, gloves/mitts, handwarmers

4. light

  • Headlamp (plus backup)

  • Extra batteries

5. first aid supplies

  • First-aid kit

  • Emergency blanket

6. fire

  • Matches and a lighter

  • Waterproof container or ziplock

  • Fire starter (for emergency use

7. repair kit and tools

  • Knife or multi-tool

  • kits for stove, mattress, duct tape strips

8. nutrition

  • Extra day’s supply of food

9. hydration

  • Water bottles or hydration system

  • Water filter and other treatment system

10. emergency shelter

  • Tent, tarp, or bivy

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