Last weeks post made me think about the little things I pack on the trail. So I present my 10 Essentials. A 1,000 different version exist, but this is what works for me. I try to balance the lightweight mentality with a respectable level of preparedness. Photos’ sources links are included below.

SOG Twitch II

Adventure Medical 1.0

A Map

Bison Designs Survival Pod

Cliff Mojo Bar

Adventure Medical Heatsheet

Silva Start Type 1-2-3

Black Diamond Storm

Sawyer Squeeze Filter

Personal Survival Kit (Field & Stream version pictured)