1. Knife (fixed blade, 3-5 inch, recommends RAT-5)
2. Folding saw ( recommends kershaw/bahco folding sawKershaw/bahco folding saw)
3. Ferro rod (recommends Strike Force Fire Starter)
4. Compass (recommends Brunton Adventure Racing Compass)
5. Whistle (recommends JetScream Whistle)
6. Flashlight/Lighting device (recommends an LED light like the Streamlight Sidewinder)
7. Vessel (recommends Guyot Designs bottle)
8. Basic First Aid kit (towel/bandana, bandages, in water proof bag--keep it small)
9. 100ft. paracord
10. Tarp