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Old October 7, 2009, 05:44 AM   #9
Daryl
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Join Date: July 11, 2008
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Someone above said to keep to the basics in order to keep your pack light. That's good advice.

Things I won't leave behind:

Fire starter of some kind, preferably more than one source. A lighter and a magnesium type firestarter are the norm for me. I've had the magnesium starter for years and it still works great.

A candle that can burn for 12 hours or more.

A compass and a map of the area. These can get you into good hunting areas and also save your life by showing you the quickest way out in an emergency. Know how to use 'em.

A good poncho (military type can be used for shelter as well as a garment)

A good knife and a small sharpener.

"Quick-energy" type snacks.

Water.

Bino's.

A few rounds of spare ammo.

A small first aid kit including pain relievers. Mole skin is good to have in it too, in case of blisters.

An extra day's worth of any prescription med's you may be taking. 35mm film canisters are great to keep an extra morning and evening dose in. Mark the lid for which one is which.

A roll of survey tape for marking a blood trail.

Twine or cord.

Paper towels (general purpose paper, and can also be used for marking blood trails if survey tape gets left behind).
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