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Equipment Carried on the Person 

This is where pockets come in handy.

Considering shorts, pants, shirts & jackets,

you will probably havce several to play with. try to develop a set routine as to what goes in which pocket.

 

A rule of thumb for the sort of gear carried on the person is "an item critical to survival." This could include items like: 

Whistle

Compass

Watch 

Waterproof matches

pocket knife

Signal mirror 

Notebook/pencil

Flashlight

handkerchief 

Trash bags

small first aid kit emergency food

Author: MELINDA STINSON
Last modified: 2013.07.13 6:15 AM (UMST)