HoosierMud
Plinker
- Jan 6, 2013
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For anyone who might be going on a backcountry trip, here is a list of things that are helpful. The "TEN Essentials" should be a no-brainer, but . . . . The other items are suggestions. You should add or delete items that pertain to your particular situation.
This list could also be used to help start an emergency/disaster kit for your home.
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Backcountry Equipment
The TEN Essentials (and more)
__ 1. Magnetic Compass/GPS/Topographic Map(s)
*Notice Compass comes before a GPS unit.
__ 2. Flashlights and extra batteries
__ 3. Extra Clothing
Winter Coat, hats, gloves, rain gear (large trash bag, if needed, can be used.)
__ 4. Sunglasses
__ 5. Extra Food/Water
__ 6. Matches in waterproof container
__ 7. Candles/Fires starter
__ 8. Pocket knife (Swiss Army knife style?)
__ 9. First aid kit (Snake Bite Kit, if Applicable)
__ 10. Space blanket (again, large heavy duty trash bags will do in an emergency)
Other Things
__ Duct Tape!
__ Medications/prescriptions you are currently taking
__ Bug Repellent
__ Extra 2 quarts of engine oil
__ Tool Kit (rachets/wrenches/screwdrivers)
__ Extra water/coolant for radiator
__ Toilet Paper
__ Small Army Type Shovel (with serated edge)
__ Dry Socks (wool best in winter)
__ Hose clamps (various sizes)
__ Tow Strap
__ Hiking Boots
__ Leather Gloves
__ Hats (wide brim best)
__ Zip Ties
__ Radiator Stop Leak
__ Multi-Fit Hose/Hose Patch (to repair broken radiator hose)
__ Cell Phone and Charger (They don't have coverage everywhere!)
__ CB/Ham Radio
__ WD-40
Other Things Continued
__ Waterless Hand Cleaner
__ Off Road Tire Patch Kit
__ Extra Coat Hanger (you’ll find a use for it!)
__ Extra pair of glasses, if you wear them!
__ Binoculars
__ Bungee Cords
__ Can Opener--manual--not electric!
__ Spare Key (on person)
__ Tank Sealant Putty
__ Hand Held Mirror
This list could also be used to help start an emergency/disaster kit for your home.
============================================================
Backcountry Equipment
The TEN Essentials (and more)
__ 1. Magnetic Compass/GPS/Topographic Map(s)
*Notice Compass comes before a GPS unit.
__ 2. Flashlights and extra batteries
__ 3. Extra Clothing
Winter Coat, hats, gloves, rain gear (large trash bag, if needed, can be used.)
__ 4. Sunglasses
__ 5. Extra Food/Water
__ 6. Matches in waterproof container
__ 7. Candles/Fires starter
__ 8. Pocket knife (Swiss Army knife style?)
__ 9. First aid kit (Snake Bite Kit, if Applicable)
__ 10. Space blanket (again, large heavy duty trash bags will do in an emergency)
Other Things
__ Duct Tape!
__ Medications/prescriptions you are currently taking
__ Bug Repellent
__ Extra 2 quarts of engine oil
__ Tool Kit (rachets/wrenches/screwdrivers)
__ Extra water/coolant for radiator
__ Toilet Paper
__ Small Army Type Shovel (with serated edge)
__ Dry Socks (wool best in winter)
__ Hose clamps (various sizes)
__ Tow Strap
__ Hiking Boots
__ Leather Gloves
__ Hats (wide brim best)
__ Zip Ties
__ Radiator Stop Leak
__ Multi-Fit Hose/Hose Patch (to repair broken radiator hose)
__ Cell Phone and Charger (They don't have coverage everywhere!)
__ CB/Ham Radio
__ WD-40
Other Things Continued
__ Waterless Hand Cleaner
__ Off Road Tire Patch Kit
__ Extra Coat Hanger (you’ll find a use for it!)
__ Extra pair of glasses, if you wear them!
__ Binoculars
__ Bungee Cords
__ Can Opener--manual--not electric!
__ Spare Key (on person)
__ Tank Sealant Putty
__ Hand Held Mirror