Wednesday, August 19, 2009

My backpack

This is what is in my backpack for a day trip that may turn over night. I always back pack with my 10 yr old daughter, just to give you some point of reference.

Backpack, Duh...
light 1st aid kit
20 ft of 8 steel cord (picture framing cord) for snares
a couple of lighters
50 water proof matches
100 yards of 20 lb test fishing line
3 bobbers
a variety of hooks, small weights and small plastic lures, and 2 spoons
1 light 3 man tent (to store gear inside too)
4 thermal blankets
2 rain parkas
1 multi tool, not a Swiss army knife I found them to be too fragile
1 army surplus shovel/axe/pick tool
1 steel 1 quart canteen (per person) with cup
1 magnesium fire starter (Magnesium Survival Fire Starter)
1 Henry U.S Survival .22 (small .22 rifle where all pieces fit in the butt 2.5 lbs)
2 100 ft 550lb para-cord
1 Compass
1 large "survival" knife that has at least 10" blade, serrated on one side, and had spare compass.(United Cutlery Bushmaster Ultimate Surival Knife)
1 pack of military grade water cleansing tablets
2 pack of Celox this is great for deep wounds if required

What is in your pack?

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