What Items Are Essential For Survival?
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With winter nearly upon us,it is important to be aware of what survival items are necessary and which can be taken with you on your trip. A tarp is a must-have item for any backpacker or camper. A tarp allows for the protection of items placed in backpackers’ backpacks such as flashlights,extra batteries,cell phones,and toilet paper. They also provide a sturdy base for sleeping,whether in a tent or a backpack. It will keep out the damp and allow campers to have a comfortable place to sleep.
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A basic camping pack includes a sleeping bag,some rope,a top/footwear,cooking gear,a tent,some food and water supplies,and emergency equipment. Some campers choose to include other items to increase their gear load for a variety of reasons. Some include extra equipment so they have something for when they encounter problems in the wild or while hiking. It doesn’t hurt to have a few other items stashed away if they come in handy. Here are some more items that should always be part of a backpackers’ gear.
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What should be in a wilderness survival kit?
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The list of the essentials for wilderness survival goes on with every component listed. This makes it very difficult to know where to begin or what piece of gear is necessary. Check these SOS survival gears. It would be impossible to list all of the essentials needed for wilderness survival,but there are some items that must be included. The following are the five most essential pieces of gear that every backpacker should own.
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A survival knife is one of the most important pieces of gear for any backpacker. Even though knives are usually considered the smallest tool,they can be extremely valuable in an emergency situation. It is best to carry at least two knives,one knife in the front of the pack and another in the bag to be used during a wilderness rescue. A good quality backpack knife is a must have item for any backpacker.
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What is the best emergency survival blanket?
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Another important item for wilderness survival is a good quality survival space blanket. If possible,a two person tent or a one man tent will work best for most people. However,if that is not possible,a simple tarp will work. It is important to make sure that the tarp and all of its material are waterproof. Having a waterproof tarp means that even in bad weather conditions a backpacker will be able to stay safe.
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Another important survival item is an emergency survival whistle. While it is generally considered to be a luxury item,having a reliable survival whistle in an emergency will help save lives. A whistle is especially helpful for a person that is lost and may have difficulty calling for help. For this reason,a pack with a spare cell phone in it is a great idea. Cell service can easily be dropped off during a wilderness trip,but having a way to reach someone in case of an emergency is always a good idea.
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What do you need to survive outside?
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Other items that may be considered essentials by some people,are sleeping bags,fire starters,extra food and water,and a first aid kit. Depending on the region where you will be going,you may want to pack some type of shelter. Most people who backpack prefer to go to places that offer at least some shelter from the weather. Read this blog post http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Survival_kit. For a person who is considering this type of trip,it is important to pack a lightweight tent or a cabin that offers shelter from the rain or the sun.
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Last,but not least,is some type of signaling device,whether it is a signaling radio a signaling flashlight,or another item. Depending on the region that you will be going to,you may want to pack a signaling mirror. Some devices even contain flashlights,flash bangs,or other methods of creating a signal that can be seen in the dark. This can be a great way to find your way in the dark and can make for an essential item to any backpacker’s emergency supplies kit.
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