The 10 Essentials

 

When venturing out into the wilderness it is important to make sure that you have these items with you should you run into an unforeseen emergency:

 

1.  Water - at least 2 liters, in a tightly sealed container.

 

2.  Food - enough to last you 24 hours.

 

3.  Fire - a lighter, and a back-up, like a magnesium rod and striker.  2-3 candles as well.

 

4.  Map and compass (and/or GPS with spare batteries)

 

5.  Knife - fixed blade or folding, good quality, and sharp!

 

6.  50' of cord -  Paracord is good, as is 2.5mm or 3mm guy line cord.

 

7.  8'x10' tarp - for shelter building.

 

8.  Headlamp or flashlight - with spare batteries.

 

9.  First Aid kit - band-aids, moleskin, triangular bandages, aspirin, tweezers, rubber gloves

 

10.  Extra clothes - top and bottom layers, headwear and mittens, spare socks.

 

 

15 Winter Essentials For Your Car

 

1.  Flashlight

 

2.  Multitool

 

3.  Shovel  (collapsable)

 

4.  Emergency candles  

 

5.  Food and water

 

6.  Tow cable

 

9.  Jumper cables

 

10.  Cell Phone

 

11.  Sand or kitty litter for ballast, and for traction for under wheels if stuck.

 

12.  Blankets

 

13.  Extra clothing, especially gloves and hat.

 

14. Emergency glass breaker/seatbelt cutter

 

15.  Reflective tape or triangles.