Survival Kit Supplies List

[Adobe-Al]

I started to put together a survival kit that will fit in my rear bag. I'm look for a supply list of things. I'm not sure what I need for the basics. A list of things would be great or single must have items. One other question is their a 911 or help channel on family radios. If not why not push to have state Ohv programs to promote one. Seems like this could be a tool for ground to ground or ground to air communication in an emergency.(Just a idea maybe it's already going on and I'm just a little slow) Thanks for any info

 

[Supplicate]

First aid kit (bandaids, ace bandage, duct tape, moleskin)
Firestarter (at MINIMUM three seperate kinds)
Flashlight
stainless steel/aluminum/Titanium mug to melt snow
lipton instant soup packets, apple cider, hot chocolate, instant coffee, bullion cubes, etc
Spare socks
Compass
Map


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[tundra twin track]

Note Pad

I always carry some surveyer ribbon and some paper to write a message to someone who may be looking for you.Example: you got separated from your group everybody is looking for each other,leave a message ribboned across the trail or intersection that your on your way to the truck or home.I've seen it many times people are up on the mountain looking for someone and they are waiting at the truck.

Have a safe winter!

 

[catmt]

We have Military MRI's (meals ready to eat) they are packed with all the stuff that you would need if you got stuck, we also have a solar blanket, fire starters, candy, extra batteries.

 

[Adobe-Al]

Great ideas, storage is always the main problem. I also added hand/foot warmer packets. Thanks for the info, good stuff!

 

[snowrider 151]

great information.

 

[Superdutytd]

I always make sure to put in the handwarmers and also put in a couple of powerbars (they are thin). Energy is important when it's that cold out and you are stuck in the woods. I also have a space blanket in each machine.

 

[AfricanCat800]

a carry whistles also...seems like a good way to communicate when seperated in the mountains.

 

[Snowjunky]

Super glue that and a roll of duct tape and you could build anything. Even your own Mc gyyver. The glue can do stitches on your arm or glue something back together.
Rope a small diameter rope that is strong and easily stored. It has a million uses from towing to shelter construction
3 kinds of fire starting utencils. Not 3 bics lighters. I carry fire start sticks, magnifying glass and bics. Flint and steel are overated so I carry a small one of those too
Basic first aid stuff bandaids tape etc. Dont load up on the useless stuiff in most kits. Think about what you will be treating. Cuts scrapes broken bones bleeding etc. Leave the cramp pills out.
I carry mac and cheese and top ramen. Soups are great too. I bought one of those backpacking camp stoves and it and all my firestarting stuff fit in the water proof cook bowl A little pricey setup but when your out and cold it will be a great addition
Flashing beacon that you can turn on and leave flashing.
A plastic sheet for shelter. i picked one up at spotsman for $1.99 about the size of a small stack of buisness cards
Saw altogether to often left out. A folding saw is very important.

Hand warmers. Always have a couple at least

Whistle

I carry garmin hcx530. All members in my group and search and rescue for that matter carry a 2 way radio. Once again a cheap light little life saver

It all adds weight but you have to make sacrafices. Some guys dont carry much at all. I think alot depends on how comfortable you are with your riding area as well. The farther into the backcountry you go the more you should be prepared.

 

[Bigs Apex Turbo]

and dont forget the tampons, seriously!!! It works well as a fire starter, you hold the string and dip it in your tank to get some gas, and it burns for a very long time also so it is a very useful fire starter, steel wool also for lighting on fire.

 

[The Fourth Wolf]

Carry:
--Some form of reliable fire starter and know how to use it. Carry a saw. I prefer the T-handle type game saw because they can be used 1 handed (in case you break an arm) I carry mine in my windshield bag.

--a way to convert snow to water--metal cup or can or even heavy duty aluminum foil (last resort)

--First Aid stuff

--Rope, a SHARP knife, duct tape, wire, zip ties, TP, whistle

--KNOWLEDGE!! Know how to use all the stuff you carry. Know how to make snow shelters, make water, build a fire (practice doing this one handed some time. It's hard), use your first aid stuff.

There's all sorts of books and videos on this subject 99% of it is good.

Tundra Twin: The flagging tape and bag for a note is a great idea!!! I just added it to my pack. Thanks

 

[tracker]

I started to put together a survival kit that will fit in my rear bag. I'm look for a supply list of things. I'm not sure what I need for the basics. A list of things would be great or single must have items. One other question is their a 911 or help channel on family radios. If not why not push to have state Ohv programs to promote one. Seems like this could be a tool for ground to ground or ground to air communication in an emergency.(Just a idea maybe it's already going on and I'm just a little slow) Thanks for any info

Add a candle to your list and the knowledge of how to build a snow cave. In a snow cave a candle alone can keep the temp around 32 degrees which is out of the wind and can definately be survivable.

 

[Supplicate]

Guys, throw those space blankets in the trash, they aren't worth the material.

Pick up a few Heet Sheets and you will never go back to the wally world cheapo's. Not only are they reusable, but they are strong enough to be strung up beween trees to form a good windbreak. Which brings me to my next point, don't forget cordage. 550 cord works the best due to the versatility of the whole cord, the guts, and the sheath, etc.

I try to buy another Heat Sheet everytime I go to Sportsmans Warehouse for anythign more then a time waster. Still trying to get all my packs outfitted with those and good compasses.

 

[Smoothlander]

Here is what I carry in my TNA tunnel bag

Qty. Item


4 MRE
5 Power Drink
1 Mirror
1 Whistle
1 Waterproof Match Case
20 Matches
8 Energy Bars
1 Kleenex Packs
1 Ace Bandage
4 8" Zip Ties
3 Light Sticks
20' Nylon Rope
1 Pencil
3 Rubber Bands
4 Paper Clips
10 3"X5" Paper
1 First Aid Kit
4 Hand Warmers
1 Utility Knife
1 Lighter
10 Tootsie Roll's
1 Deck of Cards
3 Tampons
1 Tin Cup
4 Tea Packs
4 Bouillon Cubes
2 Hot Chocolate
1 Scissor
1 Multi-Tool
1 Crank Flashlight
1 8"X8" Aluminum Cake Pan
4 55 gal 2.2 mil contractor bags
10 Cotton Balls
10 Q-Tips
5 Face Pads
6 24" Zip Tie
1 Tarp
1 Emergency Handbook
1 Beef Jerky
1 $20
4 Forks
1 Laser Pointer
8 Batteries
1 Bottle Purel
1 Map

 

[Smoothlander]

And what I carry in my pack

Qty. Item

1 Pair Socks
1 Ski Mask
1 Folding Saw
1 Tow Rope
1 Hat
1 Pair Gloves
1 Probe
1 Shovel
1 XD-40
2 Clip
1 Duck Tape

 

[Smoothlander]

What I ran out of room for

Qty. Item

10 Antacid
5' Wire
1 Vasaline
1 Pack Gum
4 Hose Clamps
1 Magnesium Flint
1 Cold/Flu Meds.
1 Small Strobe
1 Book/Mag.
1 TP
1 LED Headlamp
1 Old Cell Phone
1 Laser Pointer
1 Fuel Pump
1 Bread w/ Jelly
1 36 hr Survival Candle
1 CPR Kit
2 Space Blankets
1 Hooded Poncho
1 Pack Baby Wipes
2 Ramen Soup
1 Large Poncho
4 Shop Towels
4 Road Flares
2 1' Velcro

 

[Supplicate]

Good list smoothlander. How much of that kit do you store on the sled rather then in your pack?

 

[KFD070]

I can't believe Smoothlander is the only one on here to list a folding saw! This is a "MUST HAVE". I have used my saw more than anything else I carry. Sno-Bunjie is good thing to carry as well.....not as important if you're riding with a group of Hulkamaniacs but for only 2 or 3 sledders they are awesome. I carry a lot of the same items as Mcgiver.....sorry I mean Smoothlander, except for the unecessary stuff. (Just Kidding)

 

[Smoothlander]

Good list smoothlander. How much of that kit do you store on the sled rather then in your pack?

Thanks

My first post is what is on my sled, the second is in my pack, and the third is what I would like to find room for.

My brother carries the sno-bungie and fuel, and my dad also carries fuel.

 

[DaveRT]

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Tube tent, space blanket bag, stove works inside tent, cup melts snow for water, cup fits on bottom of bottle to save space, keep instant oatmeal, soup,coffee bags and candy inside bottle. I have taken it out in the back yard and tested everything. It works and takes very little space. I also have a SPOT beacon so hope I never need it.