Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Outdoors- Don't Leave Home Without Them

I seem to remember something, somewhere about a tale of a fateful trip.  A three hour tour.

Like me, I'm sure many of you scoff at the negligence of those we see being plucked from the side of some Western mountain or adrift on a boat in coastal waters.  "Should have been prepared," we say.  Indeed, but are we prepared for our own unexpected contingencies? 

Much good information exists about what a survival kit should consist of, and I encourage you to Google the subject.  For my purposes, I believe strongly in following the military's K.I.S.S. principle whenever possible.  That being said, I would encourage all of you to have with you (be it hiking, boating, or in the Jeep) the three things necessary for you to survive, for say 72 hours:  Water, Shelter, and Food.

I would recommend purchasing a small day pack capable of carrying some sort of Camelbak-type water bladder.  Inside the pack, toss in an Israeli bandage, an emergency "space" blanket, and a couple of "energy" bars.  Two small BIC lighters, an emergency candle, a couple of chemlights, and an emergency whistle (all coupled to a "cool" head) round out the package and should keep you in good stead till the cavalry arrives.

Of course, it goes without saying you always have with you a sidearm, spare ammo, and a quality blade.

Wal-Mart Day Pack

Israeli Bandage

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