Whenever on an expedition, trekking, hiking or any outdoor adventure trips ... I always have someone asking ..... " What gears are you carrying and recommended equipment ? "
MY PERSONAL SURVIVAL PRINCIPALS
Basically, Prepare, Then Just Keep Your ‘Cool’
Thousands of people are lost or injured in the outdoors each year. The common attitude of those we have rescued is of both surprise and embarrassment that this could happen to them. Most expressed the fear they felt and their frustration for not being better prepared.
I have observed and learned many things over the past 15 years. I have witnessed the common mistakes that people make when found in a wilderness crisis. It is a subject that has been written about before but is worthy of repeating.
There are five basic survival principles that, when practiced, will allow an individual to stay alive long enough to be found by search and rescue — a benchmark number of hours is 72.
The first principle is one of the most obvious: PREPARATION. Being prepared physical and mentally is again an obvious advantage in a survival situation.
The second principle is FEAR MANAGEMENT. Fear is the leading cause of fatal choices that lead to death by exposure.
The third is HYDRATION, and the fourth is body-core management; vital body functions fail if both are allowed to get out of control.
The last principle is one that is not normally talked about in a survival situation: HOW TO BE FOUND.
All of these principles, if practiced, will save your life if you find yourself in a wilderness crisis. And, all will be written about in more detail in future issues.
PROTECTION
Whether out in the wilderness or in an urban area, you must first assess your surroundings and protect yourself and others from harm both physically and from any negative emotions.
LOCATION
Consider where you are and think about whether you are safer and more likely to be helped or found by staying there or by moving somewhere else. Usually it is best to stay put and use what is there to survive especially if others know your plans and route.
WATER
Even if you have a supply of water with you, look for other sources nearby and use those first, saving any pouches/bottles as a last resort. Save any water used for cooking to drink and/or for washing. If someone is dehydrated, they need to sip small amounts of water a little at a time. If it is hot, find or create shade and don’t exert yourself. Conserve your body’s moisture by talking only when necessary and breathing through your nose. Liquids such as urine and saltwater should never be ingested but can be distilled if needed. If faced with having to drink water from a questionable source with no way to purify it, you may have to take a chance on it even if it makes you sick. If it is your last resort, risking illness is better than certain death.
FOOD
Assess what you have and what you could get from your surroundings. Adjust what you eat and how much based upon your situation. Digesting food, especially proteins and fats, uses up water so make sure you don’t jeopardize staying hydrated by eating more than you should. At home you should have a stash of emergency food in a cool dry place. When travelling, you need to carry what won’t spoil and/or does not weigh too much and if you run out or lose your stash, knowing how to procure food is your only option.
Having trained in Jungle Survival while I was in the Military which taught me the
" 10 C's of BASIC SURVIVAL CONCEPT "
" 10 C's of BASIC SURVIVAL CONCEPT "
- CUTTING TOOL
- COMBUSTION
- COVER / SHELTER
- CONTAINER
- CORDAGE
- COMPASS / SIGNAL
- COTTON BANDANA / MIRCOFIBRE BUFF
- CANDLING DEVICE
- CARGO NEEDLE
- CLOTH / DUCT TAPE
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- COMPASS / SIGNAL
- COTTON BANDANA / MIRCOFIBRE BUFF
- CANDLING DEVICE
- CARGO NEEDLE
- CLOTH / DUCT TAPE
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Thus, my carry-on Gears and Equipment are :-
EDC (Every Day Carry) ... On my body / within easy reach
LEVEL 1
PERSONAL SURVIVAL KIT (ITEMS)
- CUTTING TOOL => Leatherman Micra
- COVER / SHELTER => Mont-Bell Rain Dancer Jacket / Pants
- CORDAGE => 5 meters 550 Paracord
- SIGNAL / RESCUE => Streamlight Micro & Tornado Whistle
LEVEL 1
PERSONAL FIRST AID KIT (ITEMS)
- Panadol / Tyleno / Paracetomol
- Lomotil
- Charcoal Tablets
- Antihistamine
- Sugar
- Salt
- Potassium Permanganate
DAY PACK => Mountain Smith Day TLS (EDC = Everyday Carry)
With Mountain Smith Day TLS, Delivering excellent on and off trail performance, the classic Mountain Smith Day TLS lumbar pack has 1.35 litres / 854 cubic inches of storage capacity and excellent organizational features. The Day TLS utilizes an innovative, durable fabric made entirely of re-purposed plastic beverage bottles.
The waist belt of the Day TLS has a wide wrap-around style and incorporates the triangulated straps of Mountain Smith's patented Delta Compression System to shift weight into the lumbar region for a stable, evenly distributed load. Lined with an elastic mesh fabric, the foam-padded waist belt provides more support than comparable lumbar packs and remains comfortable to wear even on hot days.
Larger than traditional lumbar packs, the Day TLS has a full 1.35 litres / 854 cubic inches of carrying capacity but still weighs well under 0.9kg / 2 pounds.. Unlike full-blown day packs, the Day TLS is compact enough that your movements remain uninhibited.
Featuring three separate compartments and two additional storage pockets, the Day TLS offers organizational options. A zippered pocket on the inside of the main compartment provides a hideaway for keys, coins and other valuables. Adjustable mesh side pockets feature an elastic closure and can accommodate 0.94 litres / 32 ounce water bottles. A bungee attachment on the front of the Day TLS allows you to carry a jacket, sweatshirt or additional gear.
With varied carrying options, the versatile Day TLS can also be used as a shoulder bag, a briefcase or as an add-on pocket for a full-size backpack. Optional Mountainsmith Strapettes (sold separately) can be deployed to serve as shoulder straps and provide extra support when heavy loads are being carried in the Day TLS. A rain cover (sold separately) is available to protect the pack in inclement weather.
DAY PACK => Camelbak H.A.W.G. NV (Trekking)
FIRST AID KIT (FAK) LEVEL 1
Contents -
Adhesive bandage strip, 1" x 3" (fabric) x 10pcs
Oval pads, 2" x 4", (fabric) x 2pcs
Non-adherent pads, 3" x 4" x 2pcs
Butterfly wound closures, medium x 5pcs
Cohesive wrap, asst. colors, 1" X 5 yds x 1pc
Cotton tipped swabs, 3"-sterile (packet of 2) x 2pcs
Conforming stretch gauze, non-sterile, 3" x 5 yds x 1pc
Gauze pads, sterile, 12 ply, 3" x 3" (packet of 2) x 4pcs
Large nitrile gloves, non-sterile x 2pcs
Knuckle bandages x 5pcs
Waterproof tape, 1/2 x 5 yds x 1pc
Fingertip bandages x 4pcs
Irrigation syringe, 12 cc x 1pc
Mini EMT shears, 3.5" x 1pc
Tweezers x 1pc
Safety pins x 2pcs
Tincture of benzoin x 1pc
Antimicrobial hand wipe x 1pc
Acetaminophen tablets, 325 mg (packet of 2) x 4tablets
Antihistamine tablets (Diphen) 25 mg (packet of 1) x 2tablets
Ibuprofen tablets, 200 mg (packet of 2) x 5tablets
Triple antibiotic doses x 4tablets
PVP ointment, 1g x 1tube
BZK antiseptic towelettes x 9pcs
Sting relief pads x 2pcs
Motion sickness tablets (Medi-Meclizine, packet of 2) x 4pcs
Burn cream, 0.9 gram/packet x 2packets
Immediate action card / First-aid guide x 1pack
PERSONAL SURVIVAL KIT (PSK) LEVEL 2
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The waist belt of the Day TLS has a wide wrap-around style and incorporates the triangulated straps of Mountain Smith's patented Delta Compression System to shift weight into the lumbar region for a stable, evenly distributed load. Lined with an elastic mesh fabric, the foam-padded waist belt provides more support than comparable lumbar packs and remains comfortable to wear even on hot days.
Larger than traditional lumbar packs, the Day TLS has a full 1.35 litres / 854 cubic inches of carrying capacity but still weighs well under 0.9kg / 2 pounds.. Unlike full-blown day packs, the Day TLS is compact enough that your movements remain uninhibited.
Featuring three separate compartments and two additional storage pockets, the Day TLS offers organizational options. A zippered pocket on the inside of the main compartment provides a hideaway for keys, coins and other valuables. Adjustable mesh side pockets feature an elastic closure and can accommodate 0.94 litres / 32 ounce water bottles. A bungee attachment on the front of the Day TLS allows you to carry a jacket, sweatshirt or additional gear.
With varied carrying options, the versatile Day TLS can also be used as a shoulder bag, a briefcase or as an add-on pocket for a full-size backpack. Optional Mountainsmith Strapettes (sold separately) can be deployed to serve as shoulder straps and provide extra support when heavy loads are being carried in the Day TLS. A rain cover (sold separately) is available to protect the pack in inclement weather.
DAY PACK => Camelbak H.A.W.G. NV (Trekking)
FIRST AID KIT (FAK) LEVEL 1
Contents -
Adhesive bandage strip, 1" x 3" (fabric) x 10pcs
Oval pads, 2" x 4", (fabric) x 2pcs
Non-adherent pads, 3" x 4" x 2pcs
Butterfly wound closures, medium x 5pcs
Cohesive wrap, asst. colors, 1" X 5 yds x 1pc
Cotton tipped swabs, 3"-sterile (packet of 2) x 2pcs
Conforming stretch gauze, non-sterile, 3" x 5 yds x 1pc
Gauze pads, sterile, 12 ply, 3" x 3" (packet of 2) x 4pcs
Large nitrile gloves, non-sterile x 2pcs
Knuckle bandages x 5pcs
Waterproof tape, 1/2 x 5 yds x 1pc
Fingertip bandages x 4pcs
Irrigation syringe, 12 cc x 1pc
Mini EMT shears, 3.5" x 1pc
Tweezers x 1pc
Safety pins x 2pcs
Tincture of benzoin x 1pc
Antimicrobial hand wipe x 1pc
Acetaminophen tablets, 325 mg (packet of 2) x 4tablets
Antihistamine tablets (Diphen) 25 mg (packet of 1) x 2tablets
Ibuprofen tablets, 200 mg (packet of 2) x 5tablets
Triple antibiotic doses x 4tablets
PVP ointment, 1g x 1tube
BZK antiseptic towelettes x 9pcs
Sting relief pads x 2pcs
Motion sickness tablets (Medi-Meclizine, packet of 2) x 4pcs
Burn cream, 0.9 gram/packet x 2packets
Immediate action card / First-aid guide x 1pack
PERSONAL SURVIVAL KIT (PSK) LEVEL 2
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LEVEL 3
DEUTER FUTURA VARIO 50 + 10
I choose this model because it fits all my equipment and gears perfectly with about 15 litres of space left when I am on the trail.
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PRIORITY SURVIVAL GEAR
FIRST AID KIT (FAK) LEVEL 3
Deuter First Aid Kit Dry M
ITEMS - Refer to Personal First Aid Kit Level 3 Topic
Blackhawk S.T.R.I.K.E. Upright GP Pouch
ITEMS - Refer to Personal Survival Kit Level 3 Topic
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" 10 C's of BASIC SURVIVAL CONCEPT "
CUTTING TOOL
ESEE 5 (Survival Knife)
O.A Length: 10.88"
Blade Length: 5.25"
Maximum thickness: .25"
Weight: 16 ounces (Knife Only)
Finish: Textured Black Powder Coat
Handles: Canvas Micarta w/ Bow Drill Divot
Blade Width: 1.56"
1095 Steel - 57 Rc.
Sabre Grind
Glass Breaker Pommel
Tools:
Needlenose Pliers
Regular Pliers
Wire Cutters
Hard-wire Cutters
Crimper
S30V® Knife
420HC Serrated Knife
Cutting Hook
Saw
Scissors
Wood/Metal file
Diamond-coated file
Large Bit Driver
Small Bit Driver
Medium Screwdriver
Ruler (8 inch/19 cm)
Bottle Opener
Can Opener
Wire Stripper
Features:
Lanyard Ring
Quick-release Lanyard Ring
Removable Pocket Clip
100% Stainless Steel
Titanium Handle Scales
All Locking Blades and Tools
Nylon Sheath
BIT KIT: Phillips #1-2, Screwdriver 3/16", Screwdriver 1/8" and Torx #15, Hex 5/32" and 9/64", Hex 1/8" and 7/64", Hex 3/32" and 5/64", Hex 1/6" and .050", Square Drive #2 and #3, Phillips Eyeglass Screwdriver and Flat Tip
Measurements:
4 in | 10 cm (Closed)
8.2 oz | 232 g (Weight)
2.9 in | 7.37 cm (Blade Length)
COMBUSTION
SWEDISH FIREKNIFE
Flexible and sturdy profile-grounded blade.
Sheath with clip.
High-friction rubber handle.
Includes an original Swedish FireSteel® firestarter.
Lights campfires, gas-stoves, gas-barbecues.
Works equally well when wet.
Predictable performance at all altitudes.
Produces a 2,980°C (5,400°F) spark.
COVER / SHELTER
MARMOT GRID 2P TENT - Refer to my review
CONTAINER
GEIGERRIG Hydration Engines, often referred to as "reservoirs" or "bladders", are compatible with most other packs. Spray to cool, clean, share, and drink. Ready for GEIGERRIG plug-n-play, on-the-go, in-line filtration. Reversible and dishwasher safe (top shelf).
Weight: .55 lbs or .24 kg (2L) .60 lbs or .26 (3L)
Length: 12" (2L) 16" (3L)
Width: 7" (2L) 7" (2L)
1. Slide Top and Wide Mouth Bladder Opening: The slide top allows the entire top of the engine to open up to provide easy access for cleaning, drying and filling. - This slide top is a key product component that comes from our healthy relationship with the company Hydrapak.
2. Pressure Bulb: The pressure bulb and pressure tube provides the mechanism to pressurize our hydration engines utilizing the patented two chamber system. Spray to drink, Spray to Cool, Spray to Clean, Spray to Share…etc. It is certainly convenient to have this capability so that you can enjoy these benefits from the hydration pack on your back.
3. Surge Protector Valve: The bite valve has an on-off switch as well as a special configuration that makes it uniquely suitable for pressurized, spray hydration without leakage. - This Surge Protector valve is a great product benefit that comes from our healthy relationship with the company Hydrapak.
4. Quick Release Valves: Unthreading the pressure tube and drinking tube from your hydration pack every time you want to refill or clean your hydration engine is inconvenient. The quick release valves allow you to easily disconnect the tubes and leave them positioned in the hydration pack while you remove the reservoir for filling and cleaning.
5. #15 Denier Polyurethane: This is a tougher polyurethane that minimizes any ballooning affect that may occur when the reservoir is pressurized for spraying. GEIGERRIG Pressurized Hydration Packs have a top quality Hydration Engine.
6. Compression Backing Nylon: This nylon backing helps protect the engine as well as prevent any ballooning effect on the air side. Our hydration packs contain nylon sleeves that host the hydration engine, and the nylon backing on our hydration engines help slip the bladder into and out of your GEIGERRIG while also providing additional protection from items that you may have packed for the journey.
7. BPA Free, PHTHALATE Free, PVC Free, TRICLOSAN Free
1. Lid and/or plate (450 ml).
2. Plate and/or bowl (900 ml).
3. SnapBox, waterproof (170 ml).
4. Spill-free cup with measuring lines (350 ml).
5. Combined strainer and cutting board.
6. Spork.
Material:
PP- polypropolene, Spork made of Tritan.
Actual size: 185x185x58mm Weight: 312g
CORDAGE - Refer to Personal Survival Kit (PSK)
COMPASS / SIGNAL - Refer to Personal Survival Kit (PSK)
COTTON BANDANA / MIRCOFIBRE BUFF
1 x Microfibre Fleece Buff
CANDLING DEVICE - Refer to Personal Survival Kit (PSK)
CARGO NEEDLE - Refer to Personal Survival Kit
CLOTH / DUCT TAPE - Refer to Personal Survival Kit
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Day Pack
- IceBreaker 150 All Season
- IceBreaker 260 Oasis Crewe
- IceBreaker 320 Kodiak Hood
- MontBell UltraLight Goose-Down (800FP)
- IceBreaker Blast Jacket Full Zip
- Normal Motorcycle Jacket & Pants
- MontBell Sunnyside Trekking Pants
Spare Set (Sea to Summit Compression Pack 10 litre Dry)
- IceBreaker 200 Mondo Zip
- IceBreaker 260 Oasis Crewe
- IceBreaker 320 Kodiak Hood
- MontBell UltraLight Goose-Down (800FP)
- IceBreaker Blast Jacket Full Zip
- MontBell RainDancer Goretex Jacket & Pants
- MontBell Sunnyside Trekking Pants
PERSONAL FIRST AID KIT (Level 2)
Adhesive bandage strip, 1" x 3" (fabric) x 10pcs
Oval pads, 2" x 4", (fabric) x 2pcs
Non-adherent pads, 3" x 4" x 2pcs
Butterfly wound closures, medium x 5pcs
Cohesive wrap, asst. colors, 1" X 5 yds x 1pc
Cotton tipped swabs, 3"-sterile (packet of 2) x 2pcs
Conforming stretch gauze, non-sterile, 3" x 5 yds x 1pc
Gauze pads, sterile, 12 ply, 3" x 3" (packet of 2) x 4pcs
Large nitrile gloves, non-sterile x 2pcs
Knuckle bandages x 5pcs
Waterproof tape, 1/2 x 5 yds x 1pc
Fingertip bandages x 4pcs
Irrigation syringe, 12 cc x 1pc
Mini EMT shears, 3.5" x 1pc
Tweezers x 1pc
Safety pins x 2pcs
Tincture of benzoin x 1pc
Antimicrobial hand wipe x 1pc
Acetaminophen tablets, 325 mg (packet of 2) x 4tablets
Antihistamine tablets (Diphen) 25 mg (packet of 1) x 2tablets
Ibuprofen tablets, 200 mg (packet of 2) x 5tablets
Triple antibiotic doses x 4tablets
PVP ointment, 1g x 1tube
BZK antiseptic towelettes x 9pcs
Sting relief pads x 2pcs
Motion sickness tablets (Medi-Meclizine, packet of 2) x 4pcs
Burn cream, 0.9 gram/packet x 2packets
Immediate action card / First-aid guide x 1pack
PERSONAL SURVIVAL KIT (Level 2)
Blackhawk S.T.R.I.K.E. Upright GP Pouch
Contents (To be Updated Soon)
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