No list can all inclusive, and certainly it depends on your trip. This is a good list that will get you started, but don’t be daunted. There is nothing wrong with getting in your truck and going out overnight with basically nothing if the weather is good. Just be safe. You are the final judge of what you will need! Err on the side of caution, and as you go farther longer, redundancy becomes more important! Depending on the duration of your trip, this list may get shorter or longer. If you have this stuff pre-packed – you’ll always know its with you. Here is a list of basic items:
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\tWater: The most important thing! Carry plenty of water. Allow enough water for drinking and some extra for your vehicle. Two gallons per person, per day. It is best to plan a trip with water supply and carry a water filter or purification tablets. Carrying all water for your entire trip can be HEAVY. If you are traveling where there is snow, you will have plenty of water, just remember to bring something to melt it in \ud83d\ude42
\n\tFood: for normal eating and high-energy foods for any emergencies. Energy bars, dried fruit, and hard candy store well. Plenty of dry and canned goods that do not require refrigeration
\n\tPots
\n\tPlates
\n\tUtensils
\n\tStove
\n\tSpices
\n\tNewspaper
\n\tClothes: Bring extra clothing, especially socks. Wool clothes will keep you warm even when you are wet. Make sure to bring coats, and hats even in summer.
\n\tSleeping bags
\n\tSleeping pads
\n\tFirst Aid Kit: A good first aid kit. A full deluxe kit.
\n\tFire: Candles, matches, magnesium fire starter, and a lighter. Firewood.
\n\tSpare Keys. An extra set of keys hidden on the OUTSIDE of your vehicle
\n\tTP: Toilet paper, wipes, paper towels, trash bags. Recommend a Trasharoo spare tire trash container \u201cTake it with you\u201d!
\n\tLarge tarp.
\n\tRope: Rain gear, tent, tarp, nylon cord, rope
\n\tMaps: Detailed maps, compass,\u00a0GPS unit
\n\tWatch
\n\tKnife
\n\tChairs
\n\tTable
\n\tTent
\n\tHeavy duty tow strap
\n\tFire extinguisher with easy access
\n\tJumper cables, radiator stop leak, extra fan belts
\n\tReplacement fuses
\n\tElectrical tape
\n\tFlashlight and extra batteries
\n\tFlares, signal mirror, police whistle
\n\tExtra vehicle oil
\n\tFull tank of gas. Extra in approved containers
\n\tGood set of tools, gloves, and service manual for vehicle
\n\tBailing wire and duct tap
\n\tHoses, clamps, nuts, bolts, and washers
\n\tFull size spare tire
\n\tTire pressure gauge, electric tire pump to plug in cigarette lighter. Tire sealant, and puncture repair kit
\n\tA good jack that will lift your vehicle high. A Hi-Lift jack is ideal
\n\tShovel and Axe
\n\tTire chains
\n\tCB Radio and or a cellular phone and or satellite phone or HAM radio (the more modes of communication the better)
\n\tPortable toilet (though a deep hole works quite well)
\n\tIf you have a winch, carry a tree strap, clevis, and snatch block
\n\tA journal for taking notes of what you would like to have, or what you did not use. This helps to refine your list!<\/p>\n
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