Tuesday, Oct 27, 2009 at 20:19
Hi Mike,
The little SAS Survival Guide (by Collins Gem) is my "bible". I bought it maybe 15 years ago and it is always in one pack along with an emergency strobe. The other carries a compact
first aid kit and compass..
Each small kit has a Space Blanket, a plastic signal mirror,
water proof matches, a small plastic magnifying glass, a flint & striker, a plastic whistle, a small sewing kit, a plastic carton cutter, a wire saw, a few metres of fishing line, a couple of hooks, squiidgies, a small pad & pencil, a couple of condoms (not in case you get lucky...they can hold a lot of
water), some puri tabs, chapstick, sunblock, snare wire, a small candle, a length of nylon cord, pocket tissue pack,and some barley sugars.
When heading out I have a good knife, mini mag and compact binoculars on my belt with 2x1 litre
water bottles. My mobile and a small MP3 player are also with me along with a good hat.
The back pack contents may vary but always include a full length nylon raincoat which doubles for a ground sheet; an army hootchie, a roll of nylon clothes line, 6 pegs, a couple of plastic bags, a small handline, a small hexie stove with mess kit, metal cup, teabags sugar satchells, some powdered milk, and a large bag of scroggin.
I still have room to add more food items, my thermals, beanie and thick socks if winter or at altitude, and my sling shot. A travel towel a small traveler size soap, tooth paste and brush can also be added (small comforts).
Cheers,
Luke.
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